Date for referendum on 8th amendment expected this week
The Health Minister says he expects the government to set a date by the end of the week.
Cabinet is today discussing the proposed legislation that would be introduced if the 8th is repealed.
It includes allowing abortions to be carried out by medical practitioners through abortion pills up to 12 weeks, a three day cooling off period and restrictions on late term abortions.
Simon Harris says he's aiming to announce a May date for the referendum this week, so people can plan to be in the country.
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