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** In This Week’s Issue:
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* Why WHO should not have the last word on abortion ([link removed])
* Paid leave after abortion proposal highlights contradiction in Government policy ([link removed])
* Even those who perform abortions support the three-day wait ([link removed])
* The Irish Times: Breda O’Brien on the Three-Day Wait ([link removed])
* Interview with Seán Defoe & Eilís Mulroy on Shannonside Radio ([link removed])
* LoveBoth 5K Your Way - Registration ([link removed]) now open
* Do you have a story that could help our fight to save the three-day wait?
* Join us in September for our Annual Dinner ([link removed])



** Latest News
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** Why WHO should not have the last word on abortion
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You may have noticed during the recent discussion on the three-day wait that Sinn Féin, the Social Democrats and others repeatedly quoted the World Health Organisation (WHO) in defence of wanting to get rid of the life-saving reflection period.

There’s no disputing WHO does valuable work in some areas but, on abortion, politics has overridden evidence and ethics, not just recently but for many years. Only last week, the Human Reproduction Program (HRP) of WHO released another promotional video advocating abortion worldwide.

WHO’s name carries obvious weight, which helps explain why pro-abortion groups in this country and elsewhere rely on it so heavily. It is now rare for a pro-abortion group to issue a press release without quoting or referencing WHO. The tactic has become entirely predictable and should not go unchallenged.
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** Paid leave after abortion proposal highlights contradiction in Government policy
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Women who have an abortion could become entitled to five days’ paid leave under proposals now being examined by the Government.

The proposed changes would create a new paid leave entitlement for women following a miscarriage. Weekend media reports suggest ministers also intend to extend the same benefit to women who have an abortion.

The Daily Mail, among others, covered the Pro Life Campaign’s reaction, quoting Eilís Mulroy saying: “So first they voted to abolish the three-day reflection period prior to an abortion and now senior members of government like Micheál Martin and Simon Harris are, in effect, saying to women: “We recognise the grief and trauma you might experience after an abortion, so we believe you’re entitled to five days’ leave. However, we voted to abolish the three-day reflection period before an abortion despite the fact that it could potentially safeguard you from finding yourself in that awful situation the first place.’ The position these politicians are adopting makes absolutely no sense.”

She continued: “What the Government should be doing is looking for ways to promote alternatives for women in unplanned pregnancy rather than putting all of their focus on abortion as a response to it. Until they start doing that, the Government is effectively saying to women that abortion is the

way to deal with the situation. This is totally unacceptable.”
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** Even those who perform abortions support the three-day wait
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There has been strong support for retaining the three-day wait from unlikely sources, including individuals who carry out abortions.

One example is Dr Truls Christiansen from Wicklow, writing in The Irish Times, where he said: “As a GP who worked in this service since the beginning, I feel the minimum of three days to contemplate an abortion is essential.”

While we strongly disagree with aspects of his letter, Dr Christiansen makes a noteworthy case for retaining the three-day wait before an abortion.

The support for retaining the three-day wait, even from those who perform abortions, further underlines how wrong-headed and reckless the decision by Micheál Martin and Simon Harris was to support its abolition.


** In the Media
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** Insightful and Timely: Breda O’Brien on the Three-Day Wait
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Well worth reading: Breda O’Brien’s excellent Irish Times article on the three-day reflection period and why the leaders of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael are totally out of step with their own parties.
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** Seán Defoe & Eilís Mulroy on Shannonside Radio
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Listen back to Newstalk’s Political Correspondent Seán Defoe and PLC spokesperson Eílís Mulroy discussing the removal of the three-day waiting period.
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** Take Action
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** Belfast tomorrow!
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Don’t forget tomorrow (4th July) the Rally for Life takes place in Belfast City Centre, starting at 1.30pm. We’re encouraging everyone to attend and take a stand for life!

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** LoveBoth 5K Your Way
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We're delighted to have launched this year's LoveBoth 5K Your Way! 🎉

Whether you choose to walk, run, cycle, swim, or take on the challenge your own way, every step helps support women facing unplanned pregnancy and new mothers in need. 🏃‍♀️ 🚴‍♀️ 🏊‍♀️

There are lots of ways to get involved:

1️⃣ Sign up and complete your 5K wherever and whenever suits you

2️⃣ Ask family and friends to sponsor your efforts

3️⃣ Encourage others to join the challenge and support the cause

All funds raised will help provide practical support and care to mothers and babies across Ireland. 💕

Don't miss this opportunity to get active this summer while making a real difference.

Click below to sign up today and receive your LoveBoth T-shirt and sponsorship pack!
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** LoveBoth Lifelines Tour 2026
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The LifeLine Tour is a four-day outreach and community initiative bringing together volunteers from across Ireland to connect with local communities, and build meaningful friendships along the way ✨ 🚘

The tour combines practical volunteering, awareness outreach, evening events, team-building activities and time for reflection in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Dates: Thursday 23rd July - Sunday 26th July

Location: Mullingar, Athlone , Galway & Mayo

Accommodation and all meals are included 🎉

If you wish to apply for one of the sponsored places on the LifeLines Tour this Summer, please fill out the application form below and we will be in touch.
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** Thank you to everyone who supported our Summer Raffle 🎉
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Your generosity and kindness have made this year's raffle a wonderful success. Every ticket purchased helps us continue supporting women facing unplanned pregnancy and new mothers in need, ensuring they receive practical, emotional, and compassionate support when they need it most.

Congratulations to all of our prize winners! We are incredibly grateful to everyone who took part and helped make this fundraiser possible. 🥳

Your support truly makes a difference in the lives of women and their babies, and we couldn't do this important work without you.

Thank you once again for being part of our community and for helping us make a positive impact. 💕


** Protecting the three-day wait
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If you or someone you know benefited from Ireland’s three-day waiting period before an abortion, we would love to hear your story. Under Irish law, there is currently a mandatory three-day wait between an initial abortion consultation and the procedure itself.

For many women, this brief pause has provided valuable time to reflect, seek support, or reconsider a decision made during a moment of fear, pressure, or crisis. Recent figures show that thousands of women chose not to proceed with abortion after this waiting period. We believe these stories matter and deserve to be heard.

If you feel comfortable sharing your experience, or would simply like to learn more, please send us a message. All conversations will be treated with care, respect, and confidentiality.
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** Upcoming Events
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** Join us in September for our annual fundraising dinner
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Join us for Ceiliúradh Cois Life 2026, for an evening of celebration, community, and support for the pro-life cause.

📍 Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, Dublin 4
📅 Saturday, 19th September 2026
🥂 Drinks Reception at 7:00pm
🍽 Dinner at 7:30pm

Tables of 10 available: €1,500 per table.

Click below to learn more and purchase your tickets.

Alternatively, you can reach out to us here: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=&body=) .
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** Join us in spreading truth and saving lives
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Your support strengthens our education, policy, and advocacy work so together we can change minds, shape laws, and defend the unborn.

Thank you for standing with us.


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