Marriage and Civil Partnerships (Scotland) Act 2014

The Marriage and Civil Partnerships (Scotland) Act 2014 is legislation that allows same-sex couples in Scotland to marry, placing them on equal legal footing with opposite-sex couples. It enables both same-sex and opposite-sex couples to enter into marriage and ensures that civil partnerships remain available as an alternative for those who prefer not to marry. The law simplifies the legal process for marriage and provides protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation, fostering equality and recognition of diverse relationships in Scotland.