New branch for Repeal

A northwest branch of the Coalition to Repeal the Eighth Amendment has been formed, following an inaugural meeting in Sligo on Thursday, 16 th November.

It’s made up of community activists, NGOs, trade unions and political representatives, who have come together with the shared aim of repealing the Eighth Amendment.

A series of public talks and meetings will be held with details to be announced in the coming weeks.

Organiser Ailbhe Smyth, said: “We’re looking forward to the Northwest branch leading the charge for repealing the Eighth in the northwest. With a referendum due to take place next year, we are calling on everyone interested in campaigning for repeal of the Eighth Amendment to get in touch to find out how they can get involved.

The Coalition can be contacted by emailing NorthWestRepealThe8th@gmail.com and following the branch on Twitter:@RepealEightNW.