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Scotland Considers Radical Abortion Law Changes Amid Controversy

11/15/2025

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A government-appointed expert group in Scotland has recommended removing the 24-week limit and allowing abortions on social grounds up to birth, including sex-selective reasons.
If adopted, reforms could place Scotland among countries with the most extreme abortion laws globally, prompting ethical debate about viable babies.
Critics say the report's authors have conflicts of interest due to ties with the UK's largest abortion provider, and warn changes could boost abortion tourism.

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A government-appointed expert group in Scotland has recommended removing the 24-week limit and allowing abortions on social grounds up to birth, including sex-selective reasons.
If adopted, reforms could place Scotland among countries with the most extreme abortion laws globally, prompting ethical debate about viable babies.
Critics say the report's authors have conflicts of interest due to ties with the UK's largest abortion provider, and warn changes could boost abortion tourism.