Leo Varadkar believes that yesterday’s Yes vote is ‘Ireland’s second chance’
We’re absolutely delighted with the outcome. Yesterday, Ireland officially voted to repeal the eighth amendment of the constitution. The law made abortion illegal in Ireland except where there was a real and substantial risk to the life of the mother. 66.4 percent of people voted ‘Yes’ to repeal the eighth amendment in yesterday’s referendum, with […]
8 years ago
“We must act” – Micheál Martin in favour of repealing Eighth Amendment
Micheál Martin, the leader of the second largest political party, today said he supports repealing of the 8th amendment. “Following a long period of reflection and assessment of evidence before the Oireachtas Committee, I believe that we should remove the Eighth amendment from Bunreacht na hÉireann and I will vote accordingly.” Mr Martin’s comments were […]
9 years ago
‘Our bodies, our health, our sexuality…’ Ireland continues to fail all women
As the Joint Oireachtas Committee meets to make its final recommendation.
9 years ago
‘My country made me feel like a criminal for ending a pregnancy early’
One Irish woman’s harrowing experience.
9 years ago
We can no longer pretend the 8th is about ‘saving lives’ when women are dying
Increased risks to a woman’s physical health and wellbeing.
9 years ago
Committee votes overwhelmingly against keeping eighth amendment
The vote was held last night.
9 years ago