Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 July 2016
95. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Taoiseach the number of recommendations for constitutional change made by the Constitutional Convention that were subsequently put to the electorate in a referendum; the percentage that voted for the recommended change in each case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22868/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraTwo referendums were held on foot of recommendations from the Convention on the Constitution, on marriage equality and on the age threshold for candidacy in Presidential elections.
62.07% of the total valid poll voted in favour of marriage equality.
26.94% of the total valid poll voted in favour of reducing the age threshold for candidacy in Presidential elections.
