Transgender people can now get a birth certificate which reflects their preferred gender.The new law will allow over-18s to have their preferred gender legally recognised by the State.

Tánaiste Joan Burton said it had been a hard and long battle by those in the transgender community. "I believe the legislation we have is among the most progressive in Europe," Ms Burton said.


http://www.irishtimes.com/news/politics/law-allows-transgender-people-to-get-updated-birth-certs-1.2344912

reported by Sarah Bardon

Lets hope the rest of the UK soon follows them