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House of Lords Debates Controversial Abortion Clause in Bill

2/5/2026

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The House of Lords is finalizing its examination of the Crime and Policing Bill 2024–26, which will proceed to the House of Commons for further consideration.
Clause 191 would decriminalize women performing their own abortions.
Baroness Monckton has proposed removing Clause 191.
Baroness Stroud seeks to reinstate in-person consultations before prescribing abortion pills.
Critics argue that the bill could lead to more late-term abortions and jeopardize women's health.

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Story summary

The House of Lords is finalizing its examination of the Crime and Policing Bill 2024–26, which will proceed to the House of Commons for further consideration.
Clause 191 would decriminalize women performing their own abortions.
Baroness Monckton has proposed removing Clause 191.
Baroness Stroud seeks to reinstate in-person consultations before prescribing abortion pills.
Critics argue that the bill could lead to more late-term abortions and jeopardize women's health.