Same-sex marriage bill faces opposition in Brazil

A potential same-sex marriage bill in Brazil could face strong opposition from religious and conservative lawmakers. 

The BBC is reporting Brazil authorities have ruled that same-sex couples who want full marriage certificates should not be stuck with civil union documents instead.

Congress will need to examine and approve the bill before any official changes are made.

With this ruling Brazil is following after neighbouring countries Argentina and Uruguay where gay marriage is legal.

STORY WRITTEN BY: NATASHA TAGGART