Summary
Ten years ago, on May 22, 2015, Ireland voted to legalize same-sex marriage through a national referendum. The vote had more than 62% in favor, leading to over 5,956 same-sex marriages since then. Only one area, Roscommon-South Leitrim, had a majority of "no" votes.
Key Facts
- The referendum to legalize same-sex marriage in Ireland took place on May 22, 2015.
- Over 62% of voters supported the change in the constitution.
- Ireland was the first country to approve same-sex marriage through a public vote.
- More than 5,956 same-sex marriages have occurred since the referendum.
- Before the referendum, civil partnerships for same-sex couples were legal in Ireland since 2010.
- A total of 1,201,607 people voted "yes," and 734,300 voted "no."
- Out of 43 voting areas, only Roscommon-South Leitrim had more "no" votes than "yes."
- At the time of the vote, Ireland became the 20th country to legalize same-sex marriage, and now there are 38 countries where it is legal.
