



He was also not regarded as the next of kin, meaning all decisions relating to David's death had to be approved by David's father, Nigel.

"Every single question I was asked – whether or not I wanted David cremated, whether or not I wanted David to have a service, or be washed, even the cost of the coffin they were to use – after I gave my answer, David’s father was consulted," he said.

"[David's father] was also specifically asked, ‘Do you want to look this over before it’s signed?’ It was outright discrimination. If I didn’t get on with my in-laws I don’t know that I would have any rights.”

"It is another example of how senseless discrimination of sexual orientation can cause pain and hurt," Weatherill told BuzzFeed News.