On the roads into this quiet town in the middle of rural Ireland, it is impossible to miss the laminated placards fixed to lamp-posts. The referendum, along with public opinion surveys that indicate a majority in favour of repeal, is a measure of how far Ireland has changed within a generation or so. It’s happening – we can’t ignore it Denny Fehily, volunteer“Nationally, the wind is blowing towards a yes vote. There’s definitely a feeling that it’s a step too far.” The proposed legislation would give Ireland a more liberal abortion law than the UK. Quick guide The Irish abortion referendum Show Hide The Irish abortion referendum - Photograph: Clodagh Kilcoyne/X03756She insisted there was strong support for a no vote and the media, seen as favourable to repeal, was not listening.

Source: The Guardian May 09, 2018 03:56 UTC