Report to detail abortion rates in Ireland

A number of Irish women have undergone abortions in this country since the death of Savita Halappanavar, either because their life was at risk or they were considered to be suicidal.

The situation is set to be detailed in a key report due to be signed off by Government tomorrow.

Under the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Act, which was introduced by then health minister Dr James Reilly in 2013, abortions can be carried out in Ireland in certain cases when the life of the expectant mother is considered to be at risk.