Embryo research 'unnecessary', say group

A group campaigning against embryonic research in Ireland says that the practice is unnecessary and contrary to our constitution.

A group campaigning against embryonic research in Ireland says that the practice is unnecessary and contrary to our constitution.

NEART says it will highlight the dangers of such research at next Thursday's public meeting in Dublin Castle organised by Health Minister Michael Martin.

Speaking at a conference condemning embryo research today, expert David Prentice claimed this type of research is not being used for treatment but only simple science experiments.

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