Billy Timmins (Wicklow, Independent) | Oireachtas source

There may be a certification that a woman's life is threatened because of suicidal intent. If a gynaecologist is doubtful about the viability of the foetus and an attempt is made to terminate the pregnancy but the foetus is born damaged but alive, what happens in that instance? I hope such a case never happens but it may. I have heard assurances from the Taoiseach and the Minister about the Bill but what status does the assurance of a Minister or Taoiseach have in the Bill?