In addition, Andorra, Argentina, Bolivia and Ukraine have also been declared as non-compliant.

The family of Michael Dwyer have said they are concerned about the length of time it will take to launch an independent inquiry into his death at the hands of the Bolivian security forces in 2009.

The tragic death of Irishman Michael Dwyer in 2009 will be raised with the Bolivian President this weekend during his state visit to Ireland.

Pope Francis wrapped up his pilgrimage to Bolivia with a visit to its notoriously violent and overcrowded Palmasola prison, where inmates have the run of the place, drugs are cheaper than on the street and money buys survival.

A group of Irish people travelling in South America have made a video campaigning for a Yes vote, in an effort to add their voices to the Marriage Equality debate from the iconic salt flats in Bolivia.