Queensland deputy premier Andrew Fraser has introduced a bill to recognise civil unions in Queensland. Like many social conservatives I have concerns about this bill. But I’m not just a social conservative — I’m a gay-rights campaigner.
A civil union is an interesting concept. It has no meaning under federal law. Under Queensland’s proposed legislation a couple can opt to register their relationship.
In exchange for a couple of statutory declarations, a form and a fee, the state will issue a certificate of union. Their relationship rights will already be covered as a de facto relationship, and aside from that certificate there will be no statutory distinction between a de facto relationship and a civil union.
Full Story from the Star Observer
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