15/07/2026
It's done!
Finally, the legislation to provide for Disregards for those convicted under Ireland's anti-gay laws has completed all stages in the Oireachtas and goes to the President for signature.
It is a remarkable and moving moment for the men unjustly convicted. They can finally see the injustice done to them by the State being addressed and the burden of criminality lifted for just expressing their love and affection for another man.
The Disregards Scheme will now be implemented, including outreach to those who emigrated because of persecution under those laws. We hope that trauma-informed support will help all those affected access the redress they deserve.
More at www.lgbtdisregard.ie