Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It is not just a case of the cost of litigation. Referenda bring certainty. I hope the same sex marriage debate it is compassionate, considered and calm and the people of the country can give their judgment. One could attempt to legislate for it in the House but it would obviously be challenged. The case for the people's decision by referendum is the way to go and that referendum will be held in the spring of 2015.

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