Commitment title:

Intensifying our efforts for the full implementation of ICPD Programme of Action

Commitment description:

• The Government of Ireland is committed to ensuring that termination of pregnancy services are provided as a normal part of the Irish health care system, in an accessible and safe environment in line with the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018.

• The Government of Ireland is committed to support the continued implementation of the National Maternity Strategy 2016-2026. The strategy outlines actions for maternity and neonatal care in Ireland, to ensure that it is safe, standardised, of high quality and offers a better experience and more choice to women and their families.

• The Government of Ireland commits to deepen and expand our engagement on sexual and reproductive health and rights as part of our international development co-operation. In the implementation of our new Policy for International Development, A Better World, Ireland will develop a new initiative around Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, incorporating our partnerships for health and HIV/AIDS. Coherence with the evolution of SRHR in Ireland, amongst all relevant departments and agencies, will underpin our approach to human rights, gender equality, health and SRHR issues.

Mode of engagement:

• Policy and guidance
  SRHR