Last year, at least 206 women were forced to seek abortion care in the UK, the vast majority of whom were over 12 weeks pregnant, with foetal anomaly cases being the leading reason. It is beyond disgraceful that our laws, after repeal, are still forcing people enduring the pain of complicated pregnancies and foetal anomalies to go overseas for healthcare. There is also the unnecessary three-day mandatory waiting period, a barrier that has no evidence basis. In addition, only 11 of the 19 maternity hospitals provide these services and many rural areas have no provision, forcing women to travel for hours. The review of abortion services is due to be completed soon. Will the Taoiseach guarantee that it will address both the operational and legislative issues that are restricting abortion care in Ireland?

I expect to receive the review in the coming weeks. It has been a wide-ranging review. I cannot commit to what may be in the report because it is an independent review. However, all the issues raised by the Deputy are actively being considered by me and the Department. I look forward to seeing what is in the review and discussing it with the House.