Counting of votes is underway in the Lisbon referendum. Early indications from around the country suggest there has been a strong swing to the Yes side.

With boxes open around the country some initial tallies are starting to come in, it's very early days but many areas are showing strong support for the Yes side.

In Galway East and West, Carlow/Kilkenny, Mayo and Clare there are indications that it could be 2 to 1 in favour, while Dublin South West which voted No last time around is swinging to Yes.

An exit poll from Fine Gael predicts a 60 / 40 win for the Yes side.

So if the Fine Gael poll and early indications are right it'll be a huge relief for the Government, and the rest of the Yes side.

We should have a good indication of the likely result around lunchtime and a final result by about 5pm.