Anti-abortionists in Northern Ireland betrayed their flatmate to the state for having an abortion, and she was prosecuted.

Now women there fear betrayal by their acquaintances, and doctors worry that women who have complications after an underground abortion will not dare go to a hospital.

Northern Ireland's political parties are sectarian and worthless. I hope the fight for abortion rights will lead to the creation of a secular party that stands for human rights and people's well being.

I also suggest a form of action for people in Northern Ireland: post a sign on your door saying, "We do not rat on women for having abortions." The statement is not illegal, yet it clearly defies the evil law.