The polls have closed in the
Republic of Ireland, where voters have been taking part in a referendum
on whether to legalise same-sex marriageAll indicators are pointing to the fact that Republic of Ireland may accept same-sex marriage in their country.
Counting started at 09:00 BST on Saturday morning. An "unusually high" turnout has been reported.A result is expected by mid to late afternoon on Saturday.
Polling stations closed at 22:00 BST and counting is due to start on Saturday morning.
They reported an "unusually high" turnout on Friday.
Irish state broadcaster RTÉ said the turnout in most areas was well ahead of what it had been in recent referendums.
Dublin, Limerick and Waterford passed the 60% electorate turnout mark, while in Cork, Carlow, Kilkenny, Donegal, Tipperary, Kerry and Galway it was above 50%
Prior to Friday, votes had already been cast in some islands as well as hospitals, hospices and nursing homes. Irish citizens who are registered are allowed to vote, with a limited amount of postal voting. Many people returned to Ireland to cast their votes.
If the change is approved, the Republic of Ireland would become the first country to legalise same-sex marriage through a popular vote.
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