Government signs off on free contraception for 17-25 year olds

Costs for the pill and similar repeat prescription contraceptives can be estimated at €65-100 every six months, and the initial costs of long-acting reversible contraception typically range from €250-€320. Picture: Tim Ireland/PA

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has received Government approval to bring a Committee Stage amendment to provide for the free contraception scheme for women aged 17-25.

Mr Donnelly said that the proposed contraception amendment aims to remove cost barriers to contraception for women aged 17-25.