In fact there were no prosecutions for blasphemy in Ireland during the 140 years between 1855 and 1995. Nothing, as usual where blasphemy in Ireland is concerned. When was the last successful action for blasphemy in Ireland? You mean there hasn’t been a successful action on blasphemy in Ireland in 315 years? “The only credible alternative to this move is a blasphemy referendum, which I consider, in the current circumstances, a costly and unwarranted diversion,” he said.

Source: The Irish Times October 17, 2018 23:03 UTC