Question reference: S6W-13066
- Date lodged: 9 December 2022
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Current status: Answered by Maree Todd on 9 January 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the Supreme Court ruling on buffer zones surrounding abortion clinics in Northern Ireland, when it will introduce legislation to support the creation of similar zones in Scotland.
Answer
The Scottish Government welcomes the UK Supreme Court’s judgment. We are carefully considering the judgment in the Scottish context and remain committed to supporting Gillian Mackay MSP with the development of her member’s bill to safeguard access for women in Scotland to healthcare facilities that provide abortion services, without fear, harassment or intimidation.