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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Rob Merrick

Anger as MP who suggested cutting abortion time limit is made minister for women

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An MP who suggested cutting the 24-week abortion time limit and opposed “buffer zones” outside clinics is the new minister for women, sparking fierce criticism.

Rishi Sunak has been accused of a “deeply troubling” decision in appointing Maria Caulfield – a former officer of the all-party parliamentary pro-life group – to the post.

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