Dáil To Debate Abortion Bill Today

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The Dáil will tonight debate a bill which would reduce the penalty for illegal abortions to just one Euro.

The measure is being brought to the floor by the Anti-Austerity Alliance/People Before Profit.

The current law provides for jail terms of up to 14 years for anyone who procures an illegal abortion.

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The measure is almost certain to be opposed by the government in Thursday’s vote.