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UK House of Lords Supports Abortion Decriminalization
First article: 19 mar. 2026, 10:47
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The House of Lords in the UK has voted in favor of an amendment aimed at decriminalizing abortion. This vote signals a potential shift in the legal framework surrounding abortion in the UK, where current laws are governed by the 1861 Offences Against the Person Act.Articles about this topic
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House of Lords backs bid to decriminalise abortion
Abortion is a crime in England and Wales, unless under strict circumstances, under a 164-year-old law.
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