Thousands stage protest as Dáil debates abortion

Thousands of pro-life campaigners protested outside the Dáil last night as the debate on abortion began.

The campaigners held a candle-lit vigil calling on Taoiseach Enda Kenny to fulfil pre-election pledges not to legislate for abortion.

On the eve of budget day, they held banners aloft bearing the message: “Enda, keep your pro-life promise.”