Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour)
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I wanted that to be clear on the record. I will ask Dr. Lohr about the experience of Irish women. She has informed us of the care pathways that BPAS provides. There is an issue for Irish women with regard to where the role of BPAS ends in the care pathways, particularly with regard to contraception counselling post-abortion. What is the effect of that? We have had previous evidence that would suggest that post-abortion contraceptive advice reduces the recurrence of further abortions. Is there any factual evidence related to that? What are Dr. Lohr's own feelings about not being able to continue the care pathway for women who have come to her services from Ireland?