7 Maternity Units Not Providing Abortion Services In Ireland

An independent review was presented to Government earlier this year.

Only 12 of the 19 maternity units in Ireland provide abortion services.

An independent review presented to the Government at the end of April found people across the country are still facing difficulties when trying to access reproductive care. 

Hospitals report being understaffed in relation to the medical procedures, with some only able to offer them on certain days. 

Portlaoise Hospital is one of the seven facilities not providing services.

Campaigner Ailbhe Symth says the health service needs to work on targeted staff recruitment:

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