Church of England indicates it will no longer campaign against the issue . The church has been a vocal opponent to gay marriage and civil partnerships since they were introduced in 2004. `` Now I am feeling slightly more relaxed about that kind of thing . The legislation was approved in England and Wales last year , despite some opposition . Scotland gave green light to same-sex marriage last month .
Church of England indicates it will no longer campaign against the issue . The church has been a vocal opponent to gay marriage and civil partnerships since they were introduced in 2004. The legislation was approved in England and Wales last year , despite some opposition . Scotland gave green light to same-sex marriage last month .