Tag: Ireland
Historic Moment as Gender Recognition Bill Enters Dáil
Yesterday (Thursday 5th March), the Gender Recognition Bill was debated in the Dáil. This was a historic moment as 27 TDs from all parties spoke on the Bill. All TDs broadly welcomed the introduction of the legislation but called on the Government to improve the Bill.
Homosexuality Causes Cancer, Says Irish Anti-Gay Marriage Group
An Irish family campaigning group has launched a series of extraordinary attacks against same-sex couples, including claims that same-sex couples die younger, are more prone to cancer, and are more likely to abuse and injure children.
Irish voters to decide on same-sex marriage in May referendum
Voters in the Irish Republic will decide whether to approve same-sex marriage on 22 May after the Taoiseach announced the date for a referendum.
Gender Recognition Legislation Must Reflect & Protect the Lives of Those People Who Need It
Today (Tuesday 3rd February), the Committee Stage debate on Gender Recognition Bill 2014 began in Seanad Eireann.
Gender Recognition: The Irish Debate So Far
Tomorrow, Tuesday 3rd February, members of Seanad Eireann will advance to Committee Stage debate on the Gender Recognition Bill 2014.
BeLonG To Launches New National Quality Standard for LGBT Youth Work in Ireland
BeLonG To, the national organisation for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) young people today launches a new National Quality Standard for LGBT Youth Work which will be applied to the over 20 LGBT youth groups across the country. The ‘Start Up and Accreditation Pack’ is a step-by-step guide to starting an LGBT youth group.