#LGBT Rights
Government looking at hate crime legislation as LGBT group says assaults are on the rise
The Department is putting out a public consultation in the coming weeks on the issue.
Mormon church to allow baptism for children of LGBT parents
The church added it wanted to “reduce the hate and contention so common today”.
Taoiseach says he wasn't nervous ahead of Pence speech: 'I wanted to express Ireland's values'
Varadkar said he and Pence have very different views on social issues, but says it’s better to engage with people rather than boycott them.
Leo Varadkar's partner to attend breakfast meeting at house of US vice president Mike Pence
Last year, Mike Pence told the Taoiseach his partner, Matt Barrett, would be welcome in Pence’s home if he decides to attend this year.
Homosexuality can still mean the death penalty in many countries
A look at LGBT rights across the world.
Up to 150 homosexuality convictions could be overturned under Government proposals
Last month, the Government apologised to men historically convicted of engaging in consensual same-sex activity.
Here's a short history of the battle for LGBT rights in Ireland
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality in Ireland.
Ireland will wear rainbow-coloured shirt numbers tonight to show support for LGBT rights
‘Not just a number, this is a statement.’
Ireland team display support for LGBT rights ahead of tonight's match against USA
‘Not just a number, this is a statement.’
'A deceptive practice': Bill to ban LGBTQ conversion therapies passes second stage of Seanad
The Prohibition of Conversion Therapies Bill 2018 has passed through its second stage in the Seanad and has further stages to go through.
Northern Ireland same-sex marriage bill passes first stage in House of Lords
Northern Ireland remains the only part of the UK where same-sex marriage is still banned.
Leo: 'There are many of Donald Trump's policies with which I do not agree'
Varadkar said Ireland and the US have strong links that “will outlast any president or Taoiseach”.
Gay man sues mental hospital in China over forced 'conversion therapy'
He was forced to take medicine and receive injections.
'I am engaged to a Catholic Irishwoman from Wexford' - Scottish Tory leader ahead of DUP deal
Ruth Davidson has reaffirmed her commitment to LGBT rights.
New bill will 'exonerate and apologise to' people convicted of homosexual acts
Senator Ged Nash called the move “an important gesture”.
Enda Kenny says VP-elect Mike Pence 'really knows Ireland' after the pair speak by phone
Arch-conservative Pence has been a consistent opponent of LGBT rights.
6 epic Pride events to check out this weekend in Dublin
Get your rainbow colours on and get out there.
Guardian journalist walks off Sky News 'in disgust' over Orlando killing comments
Owen Jones insists the host was trying to ‘deflect’ attention from the fact that Orlando shooter Omar Mateen deliberately targeted gay people
NYC mayor ends boycott of St Patrick’s Day parade after gay ban reversed
Bill de Blasio will take part in this year’s festivities after parade organisers decided to allow gay and lesbian groups to march under their own banners
US state moves towards transgender student bathroom ban
A bill passed on Tuesday would ban transgender students from using bathrooms or locker rooms that match their gender identities.
Thousands march for LGBT rights in Rome
Italy is the only major Western European country not to have enacted civil union legislation allowing same-sex couples to have their relationships acknowledged by law.
Russian politicians plan to outlaw coming out - but not for "more reasonable" lesbians
“We think women are…more able to manage their emotions. So far, we’re not touching women.”
Vladimir Putin phoned Elton John, and this time it wasn't a joke
Suppose you could say they were Putin the world to rights…
Transgender children are 'living in a nightmare'
Jillian van Turnhout wants them to be given recognition on an interim basis.
The Irish state will now accept trans people's own declaration of their gender
Married trans people will also not be required to get a divorce, to have their gender recognised.
Where in the world is it hardest to be gay? (And what can Ireland do to help?)
We have an awful lot of work to do…
"In that moment, looking 'gay' no longer felt like a negative thing. It no longer felt dangerous."
The swell of positivity towards the LGBT community is affecting all parts of my life, from how I feel walking down the street to the future I see for myself.
California could* have to vote on making executing gay people legal
*But it’s unlikely to make it to the ballot.
From TheJournal.ie 
'Prison sex proves being gay is a choice' - potential US presidential candidate
Ben Carson has since walked back his claims.
Victims of homophobic and transphobic hate crimes asked to report abuse
A new site has been launched — allowing people to confidentially report incidents of abuse, like harassment, bullying and blackmail attempts.
'There's no ruling on marriage equality' - BAI denies censorship claims
The authority says that there is no automatic requirement to balance a discussion.
LGBT asylum-seekers cannot produce 'sex tapes' as evidence
An EU court also ruled authorities can’t ask questions that violate privacy or dignity.
"God's Plan for Marriage" is being distributed to 1,300 parishes ahead of referendum
The Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference says it would be a ‘grave injustice’ if same-sex marriage became a reality.
Gay couple claim they were threatened by bus driver for kissing
‘[I]t’s my bus it is my rules and I don’t want to watch that, it’s disgusting, get off the bus.’
New bill will "recognise different family forms"
The revised general scheme of the Children and Family Relationships Bill was published today.
Galway senator responds to criticism after branding SVP donations to gay rights groups "unwise"
The comments come in relation to Saint Vincent de Paul approving funding to be given to a Galway-based LGBT group.
Thousands expected to turn out for same-sex marriage rally in Dublin
Organisers say they’re expecting a boost in numbers in the wake of the referendum announcement and the Pantigate controversy…
“I’m disappointed”: Boston Mayor confirms parade pull-out, as talks with organisers fail
Activists have welcomed his decision, saying “no other group is asked to march without a banner and their standard – not the police, firefighters, or the Irish”.
Boston mayor is negotiating but will only march if St Patrick's parade is "inclusive"
Martin Walsh says that he has met with the parade organisers and emphasised to them that Irish people have been oppressed throughout history.
‘Script issue’ to blame for Sinn Féin’s last minute pull-out from cross-party LGBT video
Averil Power of Fianna Fáil was aiming to organise an ‘all party’ video message on the issue of LGBT rights and St. Patrick’s Day…
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