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‘Will legislative changes include gay marriage?’ – Doug Wheatley

The hot button topic of gay marriage came up again this time on a special radio show hosted by Doug Wheatley and Natalio D. Wheatley aka Sowande Uhuru last evening November 12, 2014 on ZBVI 780 AM to discuss aspects of the Throne’s speech. Photo: Internet source
“Some time ago the matter of gay marriages was raised and I remember someone had called in on National Democratic Party (NDP) Radio concerning their views on gay marriage and the matter was not really addressed,” Doug Wheatley said. “But I am wondering now that they are going to be bringing a Marriage Act up to the House [of Assembly], whether or not in their discussions the matter of gay marriages will be part of what is discussed and what might we expect from it,” he said. Photo: VINO/File
“Some time ago the matter of gay marriages was raised and I remember someone had called in on National Democratic Party (NDP) Radio concerning their views on gay marriage and the matter was not really addressed,” Doug Wheatley said. “But I am wondering now that they are going to be bringing a Marriage Act up to the House [of Assembly], whether or not in their discussions the matter of gay marriages will be part of what is discussed and what might we expect from it,” he said. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The hot button topic of gay marriage came up again this time on a special radio show hosted by Doug Wheatley and Natalio D. Wheatley aka Sowande Uhuru last evening November 12, 2014 on ZBVI 780 AM to discuss aspects of the Throne’s speech.

This speech was delivered by His Excellency Governor John S. Duncan OBE during the First Sitting of the Fourth Session of the Second House of Assembly on Monday November 10, 2014.

“In giving the legislative agenda, [the Governor] talked about the Marriage Act and that it will be updated to improve the overall efficiency in the registration, celebration of marriages in the Territory in particular the right given to the Registrar to conduct marriages on board a ship in the territorial waters of the Virgin Islands,” said Doug Wheatley.

“Some time ago the matter of gay marriages was raised and I remember someone had called in on National Democratic Party (NDP) Radio concerning their views on gay marriage and the matter was not really addressed,” he said.

“But I am wondering now that they are going to be bringing a Marriage Act up to the House [of Assembly], whether or not in their discussions the matter of gay marriages will be part of what is discussed and what might we expect from it,” said Wheatley.

Wheatley said that he believes the Government needs to take a position on it or at least canvass the views of the population here concerning matters of gay marriage.

“We read and see what is happening in other countries and some of that will impact the BVI in due course so we need to have a discussion on it,” said Wheatley.

20 Responses to “‘Will legislative changes include gay marriage?’ – Doug Wheatley”

  • ccc (13/11/2014, 15:39) Like (5) Dislike (2) Reply
    Tis legal so why the hooplaw
  • Enforcement is Key (13/11/2014, 15:54) Like (7) Dislike (3) Reply
    Doug... you seem scared and a little homophobic to me. Don't worry and be happy. Let people be people.
  • ha (13/11/2014, 16:50) Like (10) Dislike (7) Reply
    Of course they gonna pass gay laws in tola ...Most of the men there are gays....even the big ones in government. ...."education" is the key.
  • mother hen (13/11/2014, 19:09) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    By opening his mouth Doug has removed all doubt that he is out of touch with reality.
  • rasta (13/11/2014, 20:49) Like (8) Dislike (4) Reply
    Wha, gay marriage in Tortola
    Fire Fi Dat!!
  • Release (13/11/2014, 20:50) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Mr. Wheatley this is Much to do about nothing,
    • Amen (13/11/2014, 23:30) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
      I'm appalled to even look at the photo...the intent is to weaken ourchristian values even further.
  • aubrey forbes (13/11/2014, 20:58) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    "whey they men dem gone"
  • ta ta (13/11/2014, 23:18) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
    While I am not for a blanket gay marriage in the BVI, I commend the the talk shows for bringing it to the public
  • wize up (14/11/2014, 06:42) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
    well!!! well, leadership matters.....not hearing from the church; even do they can not stop it(same-sex drama) speak-out on the subject....
  • Agreeable One (14/11/2014, 08:23) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
    Can someone address this for me. Most children are born sexually oriented according to nature. When a child with natural sexual orientation is exposed to "same sex" conduct then that child can be affected/confused in their view of sexuality and may even be "influenced" go the "other way". It is WRONG to do that to a child. Would you want two gay teachers displaying affection in front of small kids in a class room. I respect the right of adult to make their own decisions keeping in mind that I do not have to like the decision. Little children make decisions based on adult conduct, what they see us do. What about those little children whose education/explanation/communication et all will be the behavior that they see from two consenting adults?
  • Gospel (14/11/2014, 09:26) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
    We seem to forget history a lot. Sodom and Gomorrah was BURNT to the GROUND for this same reason. Genesis 19:24 - "It rained upon Sodom and upon Gomorrah brimstone and fire from the LORD out of the heavens." When it comes to ANY sexual activity, same sex ANYTHING is an abomination! I don't care about what the rest of the world is doing or did!
  • b marley (14/11/2014, 11:28) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    man to man is so unjust
  • Joc (14/11/2014, 11:34) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    I am so so sick of this man!! He must be gay why he pushing for it. Why he just dont go and sit his backside down, from making the dog sick.
  • Ok Then! (14/11/2014, 15:44) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    They obviously pushing for gay marriage which the Lord is against, but wont entertain the talk about legalizing medical marijuana, a herb put on earth with special benefits and which can boost the economy as well.... hmmm
  • Looking (16/11/2014, 16:38) Like (0) Dislike (14) Reply
    The radio talk shows do more to undermine the joy and spirit of the the British Virgin Islands than all the criminals combined.
  • Help (17/11/2014, 20:09) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Thank god for the talk shows and the media


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