Two thirds support govt proposals to legislate for abortion

A new opinion poll out today shows that almost two thirds of people support government proposals to legislate for abortion in limited cases.

Two thirds support govt proposals to legislate for abortion

A new opinion poll out today shows that almost two thirds of people support government proposals to legislate for abortion in limited cases.

However, the Paddy Power Red C poll shows that one in four voters believes legislating for abortion on the grounds of a suicide threat is a step too far.

The poll also shows a steady decline in support for Fine Gael since the election.

The party has a support level of 29%, a drop of seven points over the past two years.

Labour remains steady on 13%, but are down 6% since election day.

Fianna Fail are up to 21%, up 4% since election day, while Sinn Féin is up 6% points since the election, to 16%.

Independents are on 21%.

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