The Master of the National Maternity Hospital says the Eighth Amendment creates an unacceptable risk. Dr Rhona Mahony says some of the cases she has come across in the past made her mind up for her. Meanwhile, TDs and Senators have been warned by RTÉ not to wear badges, emblems or clothing supporting either side of the abortion debate if they appear on the broadcaster talking about other issues. However, in the interest of fair and impartial broadcasting, they should not do so if being interviewed on other subjects. The broadcaster asked politicians to respect producers and staff if asked to remove badges or emblems before a broadcast.

Source: Evening echo March 30, 2018 06:11 UTC