The Irish Parliament has voted to abolish the mandatory three-day waiting period required before accessing abortion services. The bill was proposed by Sinn Féin, the largest opposition party, who hailed it as a significant advancement for women’s healthcare. Currently, Irish law mandates a three-day wait from initial consultation to the procedure, a provision added in 2018 to appease abortion opponents. Supporters of the change argue the waiting period is an unnecessary barrier and implies a lack of trust in women’s decision-making. The 2018 referendum legalizing abortion included the waiting period as a compromise to gain broader public support. Opponents express concern that altering the law so soon after the referendum undermines the original agreement reached with voters. The bill now proceeds to the Senate for further consideration.