Draft abortion bill always had plans for six doctors

It has emerged that draft legislation on abortion always contained plans for six doctors to approve a termination where there is a risk of suicide.

Draft abortion bill always had plans for six doctors

It has emerged that draft legislation on abortion always contained plans for six doctors to approve a termination where there is a risk of suicide.

Earlier this week, the Health Minister James Reilly denied that the draft text included the involvement of six medics.

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