‘Treated like criminals’ — Calls for urgent reform of abortion services in Ireland
“Something has to happen, but it does take political will and courage to do that” Calls have been made for the Government to prioritise ongoing issues with abortion legislation in Ireland. Barrister Marie O’Shea, the author of a landmark review of Ireland’s abortion law, says current legislation is continuing to force women to travel abroad […]
2 years ago
Britney Spears bravely opens up about her decision to have an abortion
Singer Britney Spears has bravely opened up about her decision to have an abortion. Britney Spears’ memoir ‘The Woman In Me’ will be published on October 24th and snippets of the book have been released ahead of its publication date. In the emotional memoir, Britney opens up about various aspects of her life, including her past relationships. […]
3 years ago
Irish government passes abortion bill and promises access to services ‘with dignity and privacy’
Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly has today confirmed the Government’s approval to introduce Safe Access Zones around all healthcare settings providing abortion services. A spokesperson today explained: “This legislation will deliver on a longstanding government commitment to ensure that anyone needing a termination of pregnancy can access services in safety, with dignity and privacy.” Last […]
3 years ago
Taoiseach says the amount of hospitals offering abortion services is “not good enough”
“The HSE will be working on that.” Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that the number of hospitals in Ireland that offer abortion services is “not good enough”. Five years after the referendum to repeal the 8th Amendment, only 11 hospitals across the country are providing abortion services. Varadkar has now warned that the debate on […]
3 years ago
Donnelly says abortion services should be available in all maternity hospitals
Donnelly slated the lack of abortion services in Ireland. Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has slated the lack of abortion services in Ireland’s maternity hospitals. Donnelly said abortion should be available in every maternity hospital in Ireland, but it is only available in 11 out of 19. He said it is “totally and utterly unacceptable”. […]
3 years ago
Calls to remove ‘inhumane’ 12-week limit on abortion services in Ireland
The 12-week limit is said to be harming women. The Irish Family Planning Association (IFPA) has called for the 12-week limit on abortion services in Ireland to be removed. According to new data published in the sexual and reproductive healthcare provider’s activity report for 2020 and 2021, the IFPA’s early abortion service is “working well”. […]
4 years ago