Ban Ki-moon praises Marriage Referendum yes vote

United Nations secretary-general Ban Ki-moon has said Ireland has sent a message to the world with its overwhelming support for gay marriage.

Ban Ki-moon praises Marriage Referendum yes vote

After being honoured with the Tipperary International Peace Award, Ban said the landmark referendum giving equal rights to same-sex couples was a truly historic moment.

“As a dynamic member of the Human Rights Council, Ireland is also a strong proponent of human rights.

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