Seven years after Arklow based woman Marie Fleming lost her High Court and Supreme Court case to change Irish laws on assisted suicide, TDs voted last night in favour of a Bill that would allow for assisted dying.
They backed the Dying with Dignity Bill by 81 votes to 71, after government TDs were allowed a free vote.
The legislation would allow people with terminal illnesses to get medical help to end their lives.
Wicklow Charges Ahead As One Of Ireland’s EV Capitals
Wicklow is now one of just four counties in the country where electric vehicles are the single best-selling new car type — ahead of hybrids and petrol models.
Confirmation of Croke Park for Katie Taylor Expected by Friday
Taylor committed to fighting in Dublin only for the final fight of her professional career, earlier this year.
New Dart Carriages Can Comfortably Pass Through Bray Head Tunnels Despite Rumours
Speculation was rife following the slow introduction of the new DART+ fleet along the Bray Head section of the commuter line.
Newly-Installed Cliff Walk Gate Is Lifted Out Just Days After Installation
The new gate is pulled out mere days after its installation sparked further fume from those fed up of the ongoing cliffwalk closure
Major €5.9m Wastewater Upgrade Will Support Housing Growth In Wicklow Town
Wicklow TD Simon Harris is describing the investment as a “game changer” for the town
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