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Radio France Internationale
Radio France Internationale
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Alison Hird

French MPs vote to enshrine abortion rights in constitution

A demonstrator holds a placard that reads "Never Again" during an abortion rights rally in Toulouse, France on September 28, 2022. AFP - CHARLY TRIBALLEAU

France has taken a first step in guaranteeing abortion rights for women after a standing committee of MPs voted in favour of making abortion a constitutional right. However the move could ultimately be blocked by the senate.

A designated group of French MPs approved on Wednesday a constitutional bill which would protect the right to abortion against possible challenges, as seen in the US.

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