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Reproductive Rights

Legal system ‘failing’ women and in need of reform, says Fawcett in landmark Sex Discrimination Law Review

Legal system ‘failing’ women and in need of reform, says Fawcett in landmark Sex Discrimination Law Review

23 JANUARY 2018: The report, which is the first of its kind, highlights the urgent need for law reform, and measures to tackle endemic violence against women and girls. Read more

Published: 23rd January, 2018

Updated: 6th February, 2018

Author: Heenali Patel

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Fawcett comments on call for NHS-funded abortions for women travelling from N. Ireland

Fawcett comments on call for NHS-funded abortions for women travelling from N. Ireland

28 JUNE 2017: Over 40 cross-party policymakers have signed a letter to remove the ban on NHS-funded abortions for women travelling from Northern Ireland. Read more

Published: 28th June, 2017

Updated: 25th July, 2017

Author: Heenali Patel

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Fawcett issues joint letter to Theresa May on the DUP and abortion rights

Fawcett issues joint letter to Theresa May on the DUP and abortion rights

13 JUNE 2017: The Fawcett Society issued this open letter following news that Theresa May is seeking to strike a deal with the DUP, a party that opposes abortion rights. Read more

Published: 13th June, 2017

Updated: 9th July, 2017

Author: Heenali Patel

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