Citizens’ Assembly seeks public's views on abortion

The Citizens’ Assembly has asked the public to submit its views on the Eighth Amendment before Friday, December 16, in order to help it with the high-profile decision on whether to change Ireland’s abortion laws.

A statement from the 99-person group made the request for public opinions last night, saying the comments are necessary to ensure all sides of the debate can have their voices heard.

Under plans previously announced by Taoiseach Enda Kenny, the independent Citizens’ Assembly group has been tasked with examining potential constitutional changes — including fixed-term parliaments; how referenda are heard; climate change; and ageing population issues.