Same-sex couples can officially marry in Ireland from today

A big day for same-sex couples in Ireland.

Following on from the historic referendum result in May of this year, today marks another milestone for same-sex couples in this country. From today, November 16, same-sex couples can officially give full notice of their intention to marry, while those who had given notice for a civil partnership can now marry instead if they so wish. Minister for Justice Frances Fitzgerald officially signed the commencement order for the Marriage Act 2015 last week, which, of course, was supported by 62 per cent of Irish voters in the Marriage Referendum in May. Same-sex couples who have been married abroad, meanwhile, will also have their marriage recognised in Ireland from today onwards. A great day for the parish indeed.