Referendum: Higher than expected turnout amid brisk voting

Brisk and early voting for the marriage referendum saw the probability of a yes vote increase, despite predictions one in four constituencies could oppose the amendment of the Constitution.

Referendum: Higher than expected turnout amid brisk voting

A clearer indication of whether same-sex marriage will be supported or not is expected to be known by mid-morning, after the count begins.

A turnout of 56% or more was predicted last night after higher than normal turnouts at polling stations, including early-morning queues and a surge in first-time voters.

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