Citizens’ assembly mired in abortion quagmire

The newly-established citizens’ assembly has been embroiled in controversy with its credibility already under threat.

Chairwoman Ms Justice Mary Laffoy said at the weekend she is investigating a claim by the Pro-Life Campaign that an assembly member has been expressing pro-choice views on social media.

The first issue which the assembly will examine is whether the 1983 amendment to the Constitution on abortion should be repealed.