Demonstrators from both sides of the abortion debate held a candlelight vigil outside the Irish parliament building on Wednesday night as lawmakers toiled away inside over what could become the country's first law legalizing abortion.<br/> <br />The Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill would allow a woman the right to terminate her pregnancy - but only if her life was at risk.<br/> <br />The 20 year old debate over abortion was rekindled last year when a woman died after being denied an abortion.<br/> <br />Lawmakers had been debating the issue for the better part of Wednesday, but called a recess early Thursday morning.<br/> <br />The bill is expected to pass when they return for a vote later in the day.
