Dáil vote defeats Social Democrats' abortion bill 

Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns

Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns

Wed, 13 May, 2026 - 21:36
Elaine Loughlin Political Editor

An abortion Bill proposed by Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns has been defeated by TDs.

The Bill would remove a three-day waiting period and stop the need for some women to travel abroad after receiving a diagnosis of fatal foetal abnormality.

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