On Tuesday, the Government announced a consultation on plans with those in Northern Ireland with a particular interest in the area invited to submit thoughts before 16th December.
It comes after a final attempt by Northern Ireland politicians failed to block the changes which have been imposed by Westminster while the Northern Ireland Assembly is suspended over a power sharing dispute.
Announcing the consultation, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Julian Smith said: “In considering these proposals, I remain acutely aware that the provision of abortion services are devolved to Northern Ireland, including health and social services. I am also deeply sympathetic to the fact that this is a highly sensitive and complex matter, with differing and strongly held views across society.
“I have made the case to party leaders in Northern Ireland that the best way of dealing with this issue would be to form an Executive that could take forward these commitments in the best interests in Northern Ireland – unfortunately, this has not been possible to achieve.
“With a legal duty now placed on the Government to change the abortion law in Northern Ireland, this consultation focuses on what new regulatory framework must be put in place for lawful access to abortion services in Northern Ireland. In doing so, the health and safety of women and girls, and clarity and certainty…
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