Thousands call for a change in Ireland’s abortion laws

18/11/12 09:48 CET

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Ireland’s government is coming under pressure to change the rules on abortion after thousands marched on the prime minister’s offices. The rally follows the death of a woman who was denied a termination. Activists in the say the government should legislate explicitly to allow abortion when the health of the mother is at risk.

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