Ireland’s Taoiseach and Tánaiste have announced they will support a Sinn Féin bill aiming to remove the mandatory three-day waiting period for abortion access. While government TDs will be permitted a free vote on the legislation, the leaders of both Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael will publicly back its removal. The vote is scheduled to take place in the Dáil (Irish Parliament) on Wednesday evening. The bill seeks to streamline access to abortion services by eliminating the current waiting period required after initial consultation. Supporters argue the delay is an unnecessary barrier for those seeking care. Opponents raise concerns about ensuring informed consent and adequate time for reflection. The outcome of the vote remains uncertain given the free vote allowance for TDs.