The Government Chief Whip says she thinks the cabinet will be told that a proposed Bill on terminations relating to fatal foetal abnormalities is unconstitutional.

The Dail is due to debate a Bill proposed by Independent TD Mick Wallace, which would allow for the termination of pregnancies in such cases.

A citizens' assembly is due to be established to examine whether or not the 8th amendment should be repealed.

The amendment says both the mother and unborn baby have an equal right to life

Chief Whip Regina Doherty, says she thinks Deputy Wallace's proposed bill will be in conflict with the 8th amendment Proposed abortion bill may be unconstitutional