German family law undergoes most significant change in decades

30-08-2022

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German family law undergoes most significant change in decades

The traffic light coalition in Germany discusses one of the most significant changes to German family law in history. They want to alter the definition of parentage so that custody over children becomes easier for gay and lesbian couples. Susanne Hierl (CDU) criticises the plans of the government.

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