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20/02/2015

Date For Ireland's Same-Sex Marriage Referendum

Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said he expects Ireland to hold a referendum regarding same-sex marriage in May this year.

Speaking to RTÉ's 'Prime Time', Mr Kenny gave an estimated date of Friday 22 May.

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He added that he hoped there would be support for the referendum and it is about tolerance, respect and sensitivity.

Same-sex couples in Ireland have been able to enter a civil partnership since January 2011, but not a marriage.

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"Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said he expects Ireland to hold a referendum regarding same-sex marriage in May this year."