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# March Referendums

Last month
March 2024
Taoiseach says he does not identify as ‘woke’
Polling clerk allegedly tried to deny vote to black Irish person during last week's referendums
It’s claimed the polling clerk said ‘you don’t look Irish’ to the voter.
Fianna Fáil politicians voting against Yes-Yes campaigns 'won't impact coalition' - Varadkar
Open Thread: Carers, what would you like to see from government after the No vote in the care referendum?
Former Justice Minister says Government should have released Attorney General referendum advice
'This is not a victory for anyone': A carer reacts to landslide No vote in referendum
Ann Brehony
Leaking of AG advice on referendums was 'absolutely scandalous', Minister of State says
Minister of State Mary Butler also said the referendums weren’t “explained clearly enough and we have to take ownership of that”.
International coverage of referendums focuses on 'shambolic' campaign and 'women in the home'
'Disabled people are not a burden': Campaigner thanks public for resounding No vote
Family and Care referendums defeated by huge margins
Varadkar says O'Gorman doesn't need to resign over referendum result
It's official: The Family referendum has been defeated
Analysis: Six reasons why the government is facing down the ballot of a big No-No
O'Gorman says he is 'extremely disappointed' by anticipated No/No referendums outcome
Limerick goes bat crazy as 'Count Ref-ula' removed from count centre
Polls in Family and Care referendums draw to a close
Which is green and which is white? Here's your guide to voting today
Attorney General's advice to minister leaked ahead of referendums
Campaigners blast 'outdated' law allowing polling staff to 'refuse' help to disabled voters
The Explainer: Everything you need to know about the March referendums
Opinion: The care referendum is problematic, paternalistic and downright irresponsible
Orla Tinsley
You probably need this: A last-minute, 500-word explainer on the two referendums
As little legalese as possible.
Minister starts Women's Day address to empty Dáil in moment widely shared on social media
Labour leader Ivana Bacik said she was ‘disappointed’ to see so few representatives in the Chamber.
Martin and Steen trade barbs in Prime Time debate as referendum campaigns enter final days
The debate was chaired by Sarah McInerney on Prime Time.
We hit Grafton St to ask people if they understand Friday's referendums... mostly, they don't
If you’re confused, you’re not the only one.
Varadkar clarifies Six O'Clock Show comments about upcoming care referendum
Electoral Commission: Referendum poster by Senator Sharon Keogan 'an incorrect representation'
The poster is one of a number printed by the senator in the lead up to the referendum votes on Friday.
Opinion: Yes, the wording is tricky, but I am voting 'Yes, Yes' in the proposed referendums
Ursula Barry
Taoiseach: There's no guarantee a future government would rerun the care referendum
Opinion: Does the care referendum show that it’s time for some constitutional spring cleaning?
Dr Alan Greene
Opinion: Mainstream feminists are backing the 'care amendment' - this is a mistake
Rosaleen McDonagh
Referendum Q&A: What will you be asked to vote on? And what exactly is a durable relationship?
People will next week be asked to vote on amending sections of the Constitution related to the family and the provision of care.
The votes, dubbed the Family Amendment and the Care Amendment, will take place next Friday
The Constitution currently only recognises families based on marriage and refers to a woman's place 'in the home'
Not up to speed on what the referendums are about? We've got you covered
Carer: 'I'm so desperate for scraps of support, I'm almost hoping for a yes vote next week'
Rita B. Wray
Former president Mary McAleese calls for double Yes vote in referendums
February
February 2024
Lawyers for No group label referendum proposal as ‘unclear’ and ‘toothless’
Debate Room: The Yes and No sides set out their cases for the forthcoming referendums
Sarah O'Reilly & Heather Humphreys
Bishops’ Conference says family referendum could ‘weaken incentive for young people to marry'
'Serious damage can be done to democracy' — Electoral Commission warns about disinformation
Campaign group Equality not Care says proposed change in care referendum is ‘ageist' and 'ableist'
Sinn Féin pledges to re-run referendums if they fall and the party gets into government