Party chiefs ‘threaten’ FG rebels over bill

Rebel Fine Gael TDs opposed to the controversial abortion legislation are being “threatened” by senior party figures ahead of Wednesday’s crucial Dáil vote.

Sources close to European Affairs Minister Lucinda Creighton said she is angered by threats that anyone who votes against the Government will see their political careers “destroyed”.

Health Minister James Reilly yesterday denied any bullying had taken place.