The new law aims to remove “obstacles” in accessing pregnancy termination in Spain
“There are still obstacles that hinder the effective and full exercise of all the sexual and reproductive rights recognised in the 2010 regulation itself,” the head of Equality, Irene Montero, stressed to the Congress, adding that while the new law will continue to include abortions until the 14th week of gestation, a series of new measures have been introduced:
Conscientious objection
“Voluntarily interrupting pregnancy will be guaranteed in all public hospitals. For this, it is essential that all centres with gynaecology and obstetrics services have professionals who guarantee the voluntary interruption of pregnancy,” the minister said.
There are currently 12 provinces that have not performed an abortion in the last five years, and the objective of this regulation is to ensure that women will not have to travel outside of their province to obtain a termination.
Free contraception and menstrual products
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Source: Murcia Today
