Peter Fitzpatrick (Louth, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the witnesses for making themselves available. My first question is for Dr. Boylan and Dr. Mahony. Will every effort be made to save a baby's life in every case where a pregnancy is terminated post-viability? Can Dr. Coulter-Smith explain the difference between abortion and necessary medical treatment which may result in the death of the baby? Are all three doctors satisfied that the proposed legislation will provide for mandatory care of newly born children resulting from later stage termination in order to vindicate the equal right to life?