I don't want to get involved in this argument, I have my own opinions about civil partnerships and marriage - however if I might be excused a small 'thread drift' in reply to LH's post....

Sikh police want bullet-proof turbans

'Sikh police officers in Britain want the government to develop bullet-proof turbans to allow them to serve as firearms officers without having to remove their headwear
Inspector Gian Singh Chahal, vice-chairman of the newly formed British Police Sikh Association, said the Home Office needs to make provisions for Sikhs to recognise their role in the police force, the Guardian reported.'