Counterpoint was an Northern Ireland current affairs series. This programme examines what life is like living with AIDS from the viewpoint of a Northern Irish man.
This programme has been digitised as part of the Digital Film Archive.
A Belfast Telegraph article that details the reactions of the churches to the verdict that Asher's Bakery discriminated against customer Gareth Lee on religious grounds - the churchs voice their concern over the verdict's impact on freedom of religious expression. An additional article explores the global coverage of the case and parallels with similar cases across the world.
An English B&B couple from Cornwall - who were previously involved in a similar case in which they refused to host a gay couple - have voiced their support for Asher's Bakery. In the same article, it is mentioned that Alliance councillor Andrew Muir has given his support for Gareth Lee. Also included is a transcript of an online statement from Daniel McArthur - General Manager of Asher's Bakery - and some canvassed opinions from the general public on the case.
A February date is set for an appeal against the Belfast Court ruling that Asher's Bakery had discriminated against customer Gareth Lee on grounds of sexual orientation.
Two Belfast Telegraph articles that detail the hearing at the Court of Appeal - in essence, a barrister for the Equality Commission argues that Gareth Lee was subject to discrimination when he was refused and refunded his order at Asher's Bakery.
Two Belfast Telegraph articles detailing how the McArthur family may have to take their case directly to the ECHR, due to complex legal issues surrounding the Belfast City Court judgment and devolution.
A Belfast Telegraph article that argues that the Asher's Bakery case has generated mass hysteria and political hype, making a 'measured and more respectful' debate on same-sex marriage more difficult. The writer is concerned for the legal implications of freedom of conscience and expression for both religious people and businesses.
These two essays examine how the ways in which people relate to each other in the most 'private' of personal relationships and are affected by the society in which they live
An incoming Presbyterian leader argues that, in order for the Church to stay relevant, it must 'step out of its comfort zone' and accept differing opinions on matters such as abortion, gay marriage, and euthanasia. An additional article details that the church is also supportive of Asher's bakery and critical of the Yes vote on same-sex marriage in the Republic of Ireland.
