Catherine Connolly (Galway West, Independent)
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211. To ask the Minister for Health the timeline for the publication of the medical guidelines for the termination of pregnancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40288/18]

Catherine Connolly (Galway West, Independent)
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212. To ask the Minister for Health the person or persons responsible for the publication of the medical guidelines for the termination of pregnancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40289/18]

Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 211 and 212 together.

Yesterday I met with key stakeholders, including the Medical Colleges, to discuss the Bill and the operation of the service for termination of pregnancy.

The development of clinical guidelines on termination of pregnancy is the responsibility of the professional groups concerned.

I acknowledge the importance of the ongoing work in preparation for the implementation of the service and look forward to the time when women who face a crisis pregnancy will be able to access a termination close to home and supported by those who care about them.