Carol Nolan (Laois-Offaly, Independent) | Oireachtas source

We were all given assurances that there would not be an issue with aborted babies being born alive. We raised that issue in the Chamber and asked what would be done in that instance. We were dismissed, yet evidence and facts are now coming to light from GPs and other types of doctors. What is the Government going to do about this? It is shameful that the Minister for Health is not present.

There is conflict among doctors regarding the diagnosis of fatal foetal abnormality and in respect of palliative care for aborted babies born alive. What action is the Government going to take? We will not allow this to be swept under the carpet. It is barbaric and shameful.

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