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What do you think about the 24 week abortion limit?

Parliament have been debating the abortion law this week, some scientists say foetuses can feel pain and that the current abortion limit of 24 weeks should be reduced. What do you think?

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The current law is incredibly lenient, babies born premature have high chances of survival now and this should be reflected in the law
29.85%
Abortions should only ever be carried out if the mother or baby is at serious risk, never because the baby wasn't planned
26.48%
Abortion is a woman's right. Lowering it or making it harder to get one could lead to back-street abortions or a woman's mental health being seriously damaged
23.61%
I think the current law is fine as it is. It is a big decision for a woman to make and it is never a light hearted one that isn't thought about seriously
20.07%

Parliament have been debating the abortion law this week, some scientists say foetuses can feel pain and that the current abortion limit of 24 weeks should be reduced. What do you think?

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 AnswerPercentageVotes
Total: 593
A.The current law is incredibly lenient, babies born premature have high chances of survival now and this should be reflected in the law29.85 %177
B.Abortions should only ever be carried out if the mother or baby is at serious risk, never because the baby wasn't planned26.48 %157
C.Abortion is a woman's right. Lowering it or making it harder to get one could lead to back-street abortions or a woman's mental health being seriously damaged23.61 %140
D.I think the current law is fine as it is. It is a big decision for a woman to make and it is never a light hearted one that isn't thought about seriously20.07 %119
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