New law will allow non-religious groups to perform civil marriages

Updated:
Over 900 partnership ceremeonies have taken place here since becoming available two years ago
Over 900 partnership ceremeonies have taken place here since becoming available two years ago

A new law has been approved by the Dáil and Seanad that will allow non-religious groups to perform civil marriages.

The Humanist Association of Ireland has welcomed the decision

The Association said it will provide real choice to couples getting marrried.

Over 900 partnership ceremeonies have taken place here since becoming available two years ago.

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