Tag: gay marriage
Rival protests over gay marriage at NUI Galway
Around 250 students at NUI Galway have staged two separate demonstrations on campus, following heated exchanges on the issue of same-sex marriage.
Same sex marriage referendum will make Ireland ‘a beacon of light’
The referendum on same sex marriage will provide Ireland with an opportunity to lead the world by becoming a beacon of light at a time when many gay people live in darkness, the Fine Gael ard fheis was told.
Historic Injunction for Marriage Equality in Texas
Today, U.S. District Judge Orlando Garcia ruled that Texas’ ban on marriage for lesbian and gay couples is unconstitutional in the lawsuit brought by Cleopatra DeLeon, Nicole Dimetman, Vic Holmes and Mark Phariss who were represented by the law firm Akin Gump.
Ireland : Poll finds strong support for same-sex marriage
More than three quarters of voters say they support the introduction of same-sex marriage into the Irish constitution, a new RED C opinion poll has found.
Church of England rejects same-sex blessings
New guidance to bishops comes as England and Wales will see first gay marriage ceremonies take place next month.
Equal Marriage to become law after historic final vote
MSPs have given final approval to the Marriage and Civil Partnerships (Scotland) Bill with an overwhelming majority of MSPs saying ‘I Do’ to equality.