Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 November 2022
1234. Deputy Mick Barry asked the Minister for Health if he will publish the research carried out by the Manchester Metropolitan University as part of the review of the State's abortion legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55561/22]
View answerThe Review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018 commenced in line with statutory and Government commitments in December 2021. The Review will assess the effectiveness of the operation of the legislation and will be conducted in a fair and transparent manner.
The Review has two main phases. The first phase is comprised of a three-part appraisal of the operation of the Act, with research focusing on service users, service providers and a public consultation. The research on service providers is being undertaken by Manchester Metropolitan University and is due to conclude shortly.
The second phase of the Review is being led by an independent Chair, Marie O'Shea BL, who will analyse the research strands from the first phase to assess the extent to which the objectives of the 2018 Act have been achieved.
A final report will be submitted to me as Minister in late 2022 for my consideration.
