 When Ireland later closed its embassy to the Holy See, "the move was interpreted in Vatican diplomatic circles as a snub by Ireland" in response to its perception that the Holy See was trying to cover up and interfere in a report on clerical child abuse.The Irish Marriage Equality referendum was held on 22 May 2015, and the measure passed easily in spite of opposition from the Holy See.With votes from all 43 constituencies counted, the 62.07% "yes" vote assured the passage of the referendum.