Leading obstetricians are seeking to have the introduction of abortion delayed “because of risks to patient safety due to inadequate preparation” for it. Information vacuumProf Fitzpatrick stresses that he is not a conscientious objector to abortion. “I will participate in the provision of this service – but only when it is safe to do so. Applications are still being sought for the post of clinical lead for training in this area. Several pro-choice groups that provide reproductive services for women have also privately told The Irish Times of their concerns about the “unrealistic” nature of the January deadline.

Source: The Irish Times December 07, 2018 03:00 UTC