The bill, which granted limited legal rights to couples registered overseas, was voted down by lawmakers 71 to 14.

71 of 86 lawmakers vote against legislation despite landmark court ruling.

The law would have recognised some rights for couples who were married overseas.

The bill, which granted limited legal rights to couples registered overseas, was voted down by lawmakers 71 to 14.

Readers discuss the voting down of a bill that would have recognised same-sex partnerships, the need to promote teacher well-being, and worker welfare.