VIDEO: Same sex couple told marriage cannot go ahead

A gay couple’s wedding day has ended in heartbreak over a last-minute legal hitch.
VIDEO: Same sex couple told marriage cannot go ahead
Tue, 17 Nov, 2015 - 00:00
Eoin English

Dolores Murphy and her partner, Mabel Stoop-Murphy, were told that a 24-hour notice period required under the Civil Registration Act had not elapsed, and their wedding could not go ahead today as planned.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

Benefit image

Limited offer valid for new and returning customers. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €12/month. Ts&Cs apply.

WhatsApp logo

Irish Examiner’s WhatsApp channel

More in this section

Rare 'Blood Moon' total lunar eclipse set to light up Irish skies this weekend Rare 'Blood Moon' total lunar eclipse set to light up Irish skies this weekend
State's response to missing Dublin boy and Kyran Durnin 'disrespectful' to families State's response to missing Dublin boy and Kyran Durnin 'disrespectful' to families
Health minister warns current spending levels are 'not sustainable' Health minister warns current spending levels are 'not sustainable'
VideoSame sex marriageGay marriagemarriage equalityPlace: CorkPlace: RoscommonPerson: Dolores MurphyPerson: Mabel Stoop-MurphyPerson: DoloresPerson: MabelOrganisation: General Registry Office
<p> Eight-year-old Kyran Durnin. Picture: Garda Press Office</p>

Department of Children defends Tusla oversight as Kyran Durnin report nears publication

READ NOW

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited