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How marriage equality changed the wedding industry

How marriage equality changed the wedding industry

We're in Ireland to hear about the impact of the 2015 referendum on same-sex marriage

Business Daily · BBC World Service

May 22, 202517m 29s

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Show Notes

It’s been 10 years since Ireland made history by becoming the first country to legalise same-sex marriage through a public vote.

While other countries had legalised it, it was the first time a referendum had been held.

We hear from wedding planners, photographers and venues about how things have changed for them since the 2015 referendum.

As the overall number of marriages in Ireland decreases, the number of same-sex marriages is still increasing. We hear from same-sex couples who are now seen as prospective clients for this sector.

Produced and presented by Leanna Byrne

(Image: Alan Hatton and Darren Lawlor)