Why his 'gay wedding pledge' is important

The Most Rev Justin Welby's words show that a parent's love is more important than tradition, religion

Homosexuality has not been illegal in the UK since 1967, but that doesn't mean it has become fully accepted in those last 48 years. Far from it.

To this day gay people in Britain still report facing violence, harassment and judgement for their sexual orientation - and though they can legally marry, they cannot always do so within their own faith.