The feelings are mutual!
19.10.2022 - 13:47 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Scots campaigners have slammed the SNP after plans to introduce abortion clinic buffer zones were passed in England and Wales.
Campaign group Back Off Scotland welcomed the news south of the border but labelled the party's abstention on the vote an 'utter disgrace'. An amendment allowing the introduction of nationwide buffer zones around abortion clinics in England and Wales passed in the UK Parliament by 297 Yes votes to 110 Nos.
The move comes after women told of facing harassment and intimidation from anti-abortion protestors outside clinics. It's understood SNP MPs abstained from voting on the issue on Tuesday despite the party's support for introducing similar legislation in Scotland.
The zone's legislation excluded Scotland - but Scottish women will be affected by the decision as Scotland can only provide abortions up to 20 weeks. Those seeking later abortions up to the 24-week limit have to travel to England.
Since 2019, 170 Scottish women have been sent across the border into England to have an abortion. Their decision to abstain has been met with criticism, including from the campaign group who named the decision on the vote an 'utter disgrace.'
Lucy Grieve, co-founder of campaign group Back Off Scotland, said: "We're absolutely delighted to see nationwide buffer zones voted in at Westminster today. Not only does this show the true scope of cross-party support on the issue, but it also sets a precedent for Gillian Mackay MSP's forthcoming bill here in Scotland.
"We've always been clear that this is a healthcare access matter and are elated to know that as a result of today's vote, the harassment and intimidation taking place outside facilities in England and Wales is going to end once and for all. I personally
The feelings are mutual!
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