Ireland debates referendum on abortion law reform

Cabinet meeting could pave the way for historic vote

Dublin, Ireland
Ministers will hold a meeting in Dublin this evening to discuss the upcoming vote
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Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar will campaign for a loosening of strict abortion laws as his cabinet prepares for a special meeting tonight to discuss a historic referendum.

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