The four Catholic Archbishops of Ireland have said the Government's decision to legislate for abortion when the life of a woman is at risk, will pave the way for the direct and intentional killing of unborn children.

Masters of maternity hospitals have a duty of care to women being forced to travel for an abortion, it has been claimed today.

The Taoiseach says Government proposals to appoint a regulator to the taxi industry will deal with the questions raised by the sentencing of the X-case man.

The Government is under increased pressure today to ensure that people granted taxi licences pose no threat to the public.