Council of State convenes to discuss abortion bill

President Michael D Higgins has until Wednesday to decide if new abortion legislation should be tested in the Supreme Court.

Council of State convenes to discuss abortion bill
Mon, 29 Jul, 2013 - 17:33

President Michael D Higgins has until Wednesday to decide if new abortion legislation should be tested in the Supreme Court.

The decision will be taken after the Council of State gives its views on the constitutionality of the laws amid concerns that it will be challenged by opponents if the President does not step in.

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