Plans to create buffer zones around abortion clinics where protesters have previously lingered are set to become law.
Tonight the new bill passed the final parliamentary hurdle, with MPs rejecting a final attempt by anti-choice members to hollow out the legislation. MPs voted 299 against and 116 for the amendment, which would have left women exposed to harassment at abortion clinic gates.
Buffer zones are now set to become law, with protesters having to stand at least 150 meters away from clinics providing abortions or risk a fine and up to six months in prison if they're found harassing, obstructing, or interfering with any woman attending. These new zones apply to every clinic and hospital providing abortion care in England and Wales.
