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Fairer law for Scots cohabitants drawn up by Commission
Report sets out clearer rules designed for fair outcome on separation
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Gender Recognition Bill brought before Holyrood
Three months' living in acquired gender with permanent intention to be test
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Mixed sex civil partnerships possible from today
New law gives same choice to same sex and mixed sex couples
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Mixed sex civil partnership law comes into force
Couples can give notice to registrar from 1 June
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Faculty backs new Domestic Abuse Bill protections
Stage 1 submission supports proposed protection notice and order
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Civil partnership law to come in "as soon as possible"
Minister in pledge to MSPs as bill passes stage 3
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Provide for complex cases: Faculty cohabitant response
Submission calls for clearer policy in Act, and flexible powers for court