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Abortion consultation could set example

87 per cent in favour of change

The MHK behind a major consultation on reforming abortion laws says it demonstrates an appetite for change in the Island.

Responses to the six-week survey, which included proposals to legalise terminations up to 14 weeks into a pregnancy for Manx women, will be published by government tomorrow morning (Thu).

Preliminary findings showed strong support for the changes, with 87% of those who reponded in favour.

Dr Alex Allinson says it's important to listen to all views put forward:

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