Should unmarried fathers have the same rights as the mothers?
An MLC will have his bill in support of unmarried fathers gaining parental responsibility to their children, taken before the House of Keys.
Juan Turner has expressed his belief that the Island needs to mirror the UK's commitment to this aspect of the Children's Act.
As it stands if a couple decide to have children who are not husband and wife, the current system means father's have less responsibility over the child.
The UK Government has acknowledged that in the greater majority of cases a child's welfare would be best served by having full involvement of both parents in their lives.
Mr Turner's bill does not automatically give the father the equal right, they would still need their name registered on the child's birth certificate.
Legislative Council has unanimously supported the bill, which will then go before the House of Keys on the 27th November.
Mr Turner says it's an important issue that's long overdue:
(AUDIO ABOVE)
Man denies disorderly behaviour in Douglas bar
Women's health conference held by Manx Care
Daddy Baby Care classes available from next month
MHK says housing policy isn't fit for purpose
Wildlife Week begins tomorrow
Woman from Merseyside denies drug dealing cash allegations
Cooil Road in Braddan now open following RTC
DHA issue statement following inquest of man who died in prison
