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Married couples in Italy will no longer have to pledge fidelity to each other under a proposed new law.

MPs are considering an amendment to the civil code, which would remove the word “fidelity” from Italian marriage contracts.

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The promise not to cheat is a “cultural legacy from an outdated and obsolete view of marriage, family and the rights and duties of spouses,” according to a dozen senators giving their backing to the bill.

The amendment was presented by Laura Cantini, a senator from the ruling Democratic party, who has described the change as a step forward.

She says the amendment is consistent with the new era of civil unions and a sign of sexual freedom within marriage.

Supporters say fidelity should not be thought of only in sexual terms.