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Is it possible for a stable gay couple to adopt a child?

Clasped hands of gay lovers, one black and the other white. Camera: Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III.

It is true that the constitution forbids discrimination on grounds of sex and gender. However, it may not be possible for you to adopt a child as a gay couple following provisions of the Children Act 2001.

Section 158 of the Act lists gays amongst people who cannot secure orders from the High Court to adopt children.
Others who cannot legally adopt children include:

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