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Three-Day Wait Stalls Abortion Reform
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- Jun 18, 2026
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Summary
A controversial vote in the Dáil failed to remove Ireland’s three-day abortion waiting period, with 86 TDs voting against and only 70 in favor — despite support from the Taoiseach and major parties. Sinn Féin’s bill faced stiff resistance, especially from Galway, where 12 TDs voted no — only three in favor. Opponents like Pete Roche argue the wait ensures informed, reflective decisions, noting many don’t proceed with the second consultation. Though the bill’s path ahead looks bleak after committee stage, the debate underscores the deeply personal nature of abortion access — a complex issue rooted in the 2018 referendum that repealed the Eighth Amendment, and far from settled. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/522ef5030268db5e