Katherine Zappone: 'Most optimistic prediction' for abortion referendum 'the end of 2017'

The Children's Minister Katherine Zappone says the end of 2017 is a "realistic" date for a vote on abortion.

The earliest date for a referendum on abortion is the end of 2017, according to the Children's Minister Katherine Zappone.

Ms Zappone added that it's an optimistic view and it could take longer.