Ireland backs euro budget rules
Ireland has officially passed the European fiscal treaty that sets strict new budget rules on members of the eurozone. 60.3% of voters who took part in the referendum voted in favour.
Kenny: 'This is a country serious about overcoming economic challenges'
In his first response to the resounding victory, Taoiseach Enda Kenny said Ireland's bank debt must be included in future discussions to revive the wider European economy.
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Ireland reluctantly backs tough new budget controls
Ireland has given a resounding endorsement to tough new budget controls under the European fiscal treaty - but it was a reluctant yes.
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Low turn-out as Ireland votes on European fiscal treaty
Voter turnout in Ireland's referendum on the European fiscal treaty has been reported as low across the country.
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Decision day for Ireland in key EU referendum
Irish voters go to the polls today to embrace or reject an EU treaty designed to enforce economic discipline among member states