EXPLAINED: Why Czechia still won't allow same-sex couples to marry
Ahead of this week's historic vote, we look at why the Czech Republic remains divided on the issue of gay marriage.
Czech society divided on same-sex rights as marriage-for-all debate stalls
Same-sex marriage and adoption are still illegal in Czechia, meaning that gay couples are deprived of the same rights as heterosexual couples.
Large global corporations call on Czech PM to accept same-sex marriage
In a planned open letter to the Czech government, chief executives of the companies will highlight the benefits of same-sex marriage for the economy.
Marriage versus registered partnerships in Czechia: What are the key differences?
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While on the surface they might sound like almost the same thing, there are crucial issues that make marriage preferable for same-sex couples.
Czech lower house could act on same-sex marriage this week
Interior Minister Vít Rakušan said the bill would move forward in September, but lower house Speaker Markéta Pekarová Adamová will push for it this week.
Czechia to issue new birth certificates for children of same-sex parents
At present, same-sex parents do not have their genders recognized on their child's birth certificate.
Prague photo exhibit highlights same-sex couples' lack of rights in Czechia
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The photo gallery showcases the stories of 10 different LGBTQ+ families who have faced issues due to Czechia's legislation.
Poll: Menstruation, same-sex marriage remain taboo topics in Czechia
A new survey shows that many Czechs would prefer to keep a number of issues out of the realm of public debate.
200-year-old Petřín carousel reopens just in time for Children's Day
Plus: Prime Minister Petr Fiala will meet Pope Francis next week, the Czech economy saw greater growth than expected, and more.
Czech companies are taking LGBT+ workplace rights into their own hands
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Czech law still denies LGBT+ employees certain rights – a number of companies are implementing inclusivity policies anyway.
As the EU takes a step forward for gay rights, Czechia stands still on the issue
As the EU enforces same-sex couples’ rights throughout the bloc, an amendment recognizing gay adoption stalls in the Czech Senate.
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Okamura: ‘I’d rather jump out a window’ than be adopted by a same-sex couple
Comments by the far-right politician against same-sex marriage legislation were condemned on social media.
Czech government snubs civil partnership ceremonies, loosens restrictions on 'traditional' weddings
An equal rights group has criticized current rules for registered partnerships, as same sex couples can't get married in the Czech Republic.
