Ms Ruane said that in circumstances where a pregnant woman's life was in danger, Sinn Fein believed the option of termination should be available.

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She said her party was not in favour of abortion but believed that the option of termination should be available in the case of rape, sexual abuse or incest, or where a pregnant woman's life was in danger.

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For the first time, the AP study presents payrolls for both active rosters and rosters following adjustments for cash transactions in trades, signing bonuses that are the responsibility of the club agreeing to the contract, option buyouts and termination pay for released players.

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Dr Boylan said this meant a termination was not a practical, legal option at that time.

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Though options generally have a lengthy exercise period to allow the holders to see if the shares are increasing in value, upon termination of the employment relationship or as the option nears expiration, the holder may have to make a quick investment decision.

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