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Should teenagers have access to free contraception?

Stephen Donnelly has announced that he wants to extend the free contraception scheme to 16 year o...

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16.44 18 Sep 2024


Should teenagers have access to free contraception?


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16.44 18 Sep 2024


Stephen Donnelly has announced that he wants to extend the free contraception scheme to 16 year olds. Many have deemed it a brave move - or does it mean we need to rethink the age of consent?

Joining Kieran to discuss is Audience Editor and Columnist for the Independent, Saoirse Hanley and member of Ogra Aontú, Luke Silke.


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