LONDON: Britain legalised gay marriage Wednesday after Queen Elizabeth II gave her royal assent to a bill approved by lawmakers, paving the way for the first same sex weddings in 2014.
Members of parliament cheered as they were told the historic bill had passed into law, making Britain the 15th country worldwide to legalise gay marriage.
Prime Minister David Cameron pushed through the bill despite fierce opposition within his Conservative party.
“This is a historic moment that will resonate in many people’s lives,” said Culture Minister Maria Miller, whose department was responsible for the bill.
AFP
