More than 500 civil partnership ceremonies took place in 2011
There were 335 male unions and 201 female unions in the first year civil partnerships became legal.
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There were 335 male unions and 201 female unions in the first year civil partnerships became legal.
The ASTI General Secretary Pat King said they won’t be accepting any further cuts.
Speaking at a reception for the new European Ombudsman Emily O’Reilly, he said the connection between economy, society and government is profoundly important.
The new legislative package launched today could bring the end to roaming charges and compulsory 24 month contracts.
If someone is willing to contribute to Irish society why do we put barriers in their way? asks Dr Matt Cannon.
Detainees eligible for release from Guantanamo Bay are caught in limbo: the US won’t accept them and foreign countries are reluctant to take in refugees who have been incarcerated with terrorists, writes Scott Fitzsimmons.
Malala Yousafzai is to receive the Tipperary International Peace Prize in honour of her campaign work to ensure girls’ access to education across the developing world.
It makes me feel guilty when we talk about race, and I suspect that’s how most white Americans feel, writes Larry Donnelly, who says there is still a way to go yet before racism no longer has a stronghold in America.
There is a breakdown in communication between the citizen and their elected representatives when, ironically, our representatives are arguably more contactable now than they have ever been before, writes Sarah O’Neill.
Emily O’Reilly was declared the new EU Ombudsman after a close election battle.
The introduction of a bill that would ban people convicted of serious offences from being appointed as a special advisor to a minister in Northern Ireland has raised more serious questions: who are the victims of the Troubles – and have we forgotten them?
There is no evidence to show that abortion treats suicide ideation – this means that any legislation based on the grounds of suicidal ideation is irredeemably damaged, writes Cora Sherlock.
Jim Larkin is an iconic figure in Irish history, yet when I was in school the Lockout only received a minor mention on the history syllabus – we wanted to make him more accessible, says Rory McConville.
The White House has denied any prior knowledge about Association Press phone records being seized.
Chief Justice Susan Denham said the circumstances were “very tragic” but that there was no Constitutional ‘right to die’.
If we want to reclaim the current political landscape we need to re-establish the ground rules for office holders and ensure their words turn into actions, writes Martin Critten.
When the question “why are you getting married?” is put to any couple, gay or straight, the answer is the same: “because we love each other,” writes Christian Daly, who says time for marriage equality is now upon us.
The movement has called for change and more transparency in Ireland’s justice system.
Cardinal Timothy Dolan said sexual love is intended only for a man and woman in marriage.
Christopher Robson, one of the founder members of the Gay and Lesbian Equality Network, passed away following a short illness.
Traditional gender roles serve as prescriptive claims about how girls and women should act. There are greater choices for both men and women now, so we need to reconcile our competing demands, writes Margaret O’Keefe.
This is the first time an Irish company has sold drama format rights to the US, the company behind Beat Girl said.
The Government is desperate to avoid “abortion on demand”, writes Sarah McCarthy – but in reality, women should be trusted to make the choice.
The president said the decision to give Ireland a seat on the UN’s Human Rights Council (UNHRC) was a strong endorsement of Ireland’s international reputation.
Men should support feminism, says David Cronin – and it should be about more than just high-status women.
The dramatic surge in emigration from Ireland in recent years means that voting rights for Irish people living abroad has become a major issue. What do you think – should emigrants be allowed vote?
We keep you up to date on commentary and local results as we await an official national result from the Dublin Castle count centre by mid-afternoon.
The TD said that there are people across Ireland who are afraid to come out, but that if he had known how good life would be for him, he would have come out sooner.
The most dignified response to the offence caused by the conservative US commentator is contained in a guest post on the Special Olympics blog…
The employees found out about the shop closure after a phone call on Monday telling them not to come into work the next day.
It is extraordinary that it is still almost impossible in Irish society for the children of married parents to be adopted, writes Olivia O’Leary
Marriage Equality welcomed Burton’s comments but said legislation published last year puts transgender couples in a difficult position.
Despite earlier promises that PRSI contributions for self-employed people would be reformed, the Department of Social Protection says it would have “significant financial implications”.
Workers are unhappy with proposed changes to their pensions.
Ireland is in clear defiance of a High Court judgment that said the law on transgender people has to change, writes Michael Farrell.
Opposition Syrian National Council claims regime forces opened fire on detainees during a peaceful sit-in protest.
The move to civil marriage is not a massive leap – but it is a hugely important symbol, writes Kieran Rose.
The missiles are to be placed on the roof of the complex for the duration of the Olympic Games.
How high is Europe’s tallest building? And how many cannabis plants were seized by gardaí last year?
Many workers still feel they have to hide their sexual orientation, writes Davin Roche. Changing this would be good for business.