David Norris (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I can understand the ideas behind this proposal. I would be horrified to think, however, that a doctor would not take these circumstances into account. Any decent humane doctor and somebody who specialises in obstetrics and gynaecology will be interested in the welfare of women and the child. I cannot encompass a situation where a doctor would willingly cause pain to a foetus. Although I understand the motivation of the amendment, I fully accept what the Minister says. I accept the principles but I do not think it is appropriate in this Bill.