Monday, September 24, 2018

Abortions will be free in Ireland just months after they were illegal

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2018/09/20/ireland-abortions-cost-free-women-official-says/1376884002/

Back in May, Ireland voters repealed the country’s 8th amendment strictly prohibiting abortion. Now the country will also be putting a law into place making abortions cost-free. The new laws will allow women to get the procedure within their nation, instead of traveling elsewhere in Europe where abortions are legal. Repealing the 8th amendment is a big stride towards women’s rights in Ireland. This will now ensure that women can have access to a safe abortion, which is important for their health and safety.

By: Liz Metcalf

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