Abortion: 3 experts to assess suicidal intent

Women seeking a termination due to suicidal intent are to be assessed by three experts after being referred by a GP, X case legislation looks set to state.

The appeals process for any woman refused a termination after the initial assessment process was a source of conflict within the Coalition, which is due to put the issue to the Cabinet today, Government sources have indicated.

Health Minister James Reilly was said to be trying to find a last-minute compromise on that matter of contention.