Dáil votes down repeal attempt on abortion laws

The Dáil has voted down the latest attempt to overturn Ireland's abortion laws.

Dáil votes down repeal attempt on abortion laws
Tue, 12 May, 2015 - 19:09

The Dáil has voted down the latest attempt to overturn Ireland's abortion laws.

TDs voted 74 to 23 to reject a bill from Ruth Coppinger which would have forced a referendum on the matter.

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