Creighton rules out setting up a new party as abortion legislation Bill passes Dáil vote

Lucinda Creighton has ruled out setting up a new party after quitting the Government when she voted against abortion legislation.

Creighton rules out setting up a new party as abortion legislation Bill passes Dáil vote
Fri, 12 Jul, 2013 - 08:06

Lucinda Creighton has ruled out setting up a new party after quitting the Government when she voted against abortion legislation.

She formally resigned as European Affairs Minister last night - and the Taoiseach acted immediately, appointing Dublin Central TD Paschal Donohoe as her replacement.

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