Fears over UK Government commitment to Northern Ireland abortion reforms

Abortion reforms in Northern Ireland risk being slowly unpicked by UK ministers, the House of Commons has heard.

Wed, 16 Oct, 2019 - 23:10

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Abortion reforms in Northern Ireland risk being slowly unpicked by UK ministers, the House of Commons has heard.

Northern Ireland minister Robin Walker confirmed Westminster is legally required to allow access to abortion and same-sex marriage unless the Northern Ireland executive is formed by October 21.

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