Gerry Adams (Louth, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

My final question relates to the child and family recognition Bill. I welcome the announcement to the effect that the Government intends to hold a referendum on marriage equality. This is a very progressive step and Sinn Féin will actively support it. The civil, religious and legal rights of lesbian and gay people, include the right to marry, must be fully protected in law. Will the Taoiseach indicate when the relevant legislation will be introduced in order to give effect to the referendum, the date on which the referendum will be held and the proposed date on which the Minister for Justice and Equality proposes to publish the child and family recognition Bill?

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