Opinion
Elaine Byrne: Upcoming referendums will expose Irish politics to influence of money
The gaps in the electoral legislation which allow NGOs and companies to fund campaign groups will come to the fore in the coming weeks
In 60 days, two referendums on articles 41 and 42 of the constitution will be held. On International Women's Day on March 8, the Irish people will be asked to broaden the definition of family beyond marriage and recognise all those who provide care in and outside the home.
It is all well-meaning and overdue, but the government must be nervous. Good intentions are all very well, but they don’t butter any parsnips. The referendums ...