Galway Fine Gael Senator to vote against abortion legislation

Published 16th Jul 2013, 08:00 GMT

Galway Bay fm newsroom - A Fine Gael Senator has confirmed she'll lose the party whip when the Seanad votes on the abortion legislation later.

Fidelma Healy-Eames says she's made the decision with a heavy heart and knowing what it means for her. Senator Healy-Eames says she cannot support the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill when it goes to a vote later toda.