The Scottish Parliament is set to debate lifting the one year ban on men who have sex with men (MSM) giving blood.

The move would make Scotland the first place in the UK to lift the ban, which was only recently changed from a permanent ban on MSM blood donations to one year’s abstinence by the UK government.

The debate, tabled for November 29, has won cross-party support.

There won’t be a vote on the issue, however, with the Scottish Government expected to respond following the MSPs debate.

Victory in Romania as government delays public vote on whether to ban gay marriage.

The referendum is unlikely to be held on 11 December, as previously planned.

The Romanian government will not debate a referendum banning same-sex marriage for now.

On Monday (7 October), Parliament was supposed to debate a potential referendum which would see citizens vote on whether the constitution should define marriage as between a man and a woman.

It was introduced by the anti-gay Coalition for Family.

Gay love:  10 Things gay boyfriend Pretends to Hate but Actually Loves

Sometimes boyfriends love to test their man’s patience, right? But be honest, we kinda love it. Though he’s rolling his eyes, we can’t help but see that smile on his face. In all the moments that make him laugh, here are some things that he secretly loves (perhaps more than you think he does):

1. Being honest about his friends you don’t like.

Your man never wants you to lie to him. If you have real issues with certain friends of his, trust me, he respects the fact that you’re unafraid to talk about it. If his friend is a bad egg, chances are he’s heard it before so it’s not exactly surprising.

2. When you kiss your dog on the mouth.

No matter how many times he says it’s disgusting, it probably tickles him a little inside. Seeing a man with a dog is always going to be a little hot-it shows companionship, father qualities, and always beings out the laughs, i.e. the best part of one’s self.

3. When you get sassy.

I’ve heard that being too sassy for your own good is a bad thing, but trust me, when it appears once in a blue moon your man actually secretly loves it. Being a bitch is one thing; but when the claws come out for good reason it’s a sight to see (and hear).

4. How much you talk about health and fitness.

If you’re one of those health freaks that talk of nothing else but calories, carbs and cleanliness, your boyfriend might pretend to get annoyed when in actuality he’s either taking note for himself or grateful for the fact that you take your health seriously. Let’s face it, we all want our men to look good.

5. When you call someone out for being an asshole.

It’s a bit of a turn on seeing your man tell someone off with brutal honesty (but only those who deserve it). Though he might hold you back and tell you to stop, chances are he secretly enjoys it because it’s rugged, masculine and downright sexy. He feels protected simply by being next to you.

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