The Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy Bill was approved by the Irish Senate on Thursday after the people of Ireland voted to overturn the country's abortion ban in a referendum in May 2018. The law allows for abortion services to be provided "on demand" up to the 12th week of a pregnancy, in the case of a fatal foetal abnormality or where the physical or mental health of the mother is in danger. The legislation is now waiting to be approved by Ireland's president.
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Irish Senate Approves Abortion Bill
The Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy Bill was approved by the Irish Senate on Thursday after the people of Ireland voted to overturn the country's abortion ban in a referendum in May 2018. The law allows for...
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