Paul Gavan (Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Amendments Nos. 4 and 18 seek to insert the words “and consulted with her, where possible”. The voice of the person who needs an abortion is sorely lacking in the legislation. Throughout the referendum there were constant references to the need to trust women. We now have a chance to listen to them and include their voices in seeking these medical procedures. They are simple amendments which would include in the legislation the voice of women. Therefore, Sinn Féin believes they are important.