Jonathan O'Brien (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

The Senator said he has never interrupted. I had indicated Chairman. I have no objection to taking all of the ancillary recommendations together. I do have concern around motion 47 and clarification if can be given. It says that "the committee recommend that improvement should be made to counselling and support facilities for pregnant woman". I have no issue with that. It goes on to say that "in the case where a woman seeks a termination of pregnancy, a seven day consideration and supportive counselling period is advised". If it is only advice, I do not have an issue. If it is going to be a mandatory cooling off period, then I do have an issue and I will be looking for a vote on it.