Here are the results from the family and care referenda 

The referenda proposed changing the wording of the Constitution relating to the areas of family and care
Here are the results from the family and care referenda 

Ballot boxes and votes being counted in Dublin Castle for the referendum on family and care. Picture: Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie

The country has voted to reject two changes to the Constitution, with both of Friday's referenda being rejected. 

The family amendment proposed extending the meaning of family beyond one defined by marriage and to include those based on “durable” relationships. It was defeated with more than 67% voting against. 

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