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<p>The grotto outside Granard town where Ann Lovett gave birth to her infant son. Picture: Frank McGrath Jnr</p>

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Ann Lovett: Granard still reluctant to talk about schoolgirl's death 40 years on

Pubs are asked to switch off the TV when Ann’s name is broadcast and many locals refuse to watch films or documentaries about her death

<p dir="ltr">The review, to be published by Health Minister Stephen Donnelly, recommends 10 legislative and 60 operational changes. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA</p>

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Review of country's abortion laws recommends removing three day wait period

<p>To celebrate Brigid’s Day the spectacular Herstory Light Show by Dodeca illuminated iconic landmarks across Ireland last year.</p>

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Saint, goddess, abortionist: Will the real Brigid please stand up?

Polling day in Afghanistan

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Letters to the Editor: Misogyny is our greatest crime

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Alison O'Connor: We can be trans-inclusive without undermining women’s rights

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'Best secret service in Cork' helping vulnerable young women

Demonstrators take part in a protest to urge the Irish Government to repeal the 8th amendment to the constitution, which enforce

Women's experiences to be sought for review of abortion legislation

Terms of reference of a much anticipated review will include a public consultation process

Wed, 08 Dec, 2021

Veteran campaigner: ‘Women’s equality is really gender equality’

Veteran campaigner: ‘Women’s equality is really gender equality’

A veteran of the fight for women’s liberation from Kenya is guest speaker at a Cork charity’s fundraising event, writes Caroline O’Doherty

Mon, 01 Oct, 2018

North's abortion law, inhuman and degrading' UK Superme Court told

North's abortion law, inhuman and degrading' UK Superme Court told

The Supreme Court is to begin hearing the case later, as around 700 women a year travel to mainland Britain for the procedure.

Tue, 24 Oct, 2017

President Higgins to host HeForShe women's rights event today

President Higgins to host HeForShe women's rights event today

President Michael D. Higgins is today hosting an event to promote women's rights and equality.

Fri, 11 Mar, 2016