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Written question asked by Ann Winterton (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 15 November 1988. It was answered by Edwina Currie (Conservative) on Tuesday, 15 November 1988 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Untitled Written question

Question
What plans are there to ensure that those doctors currently performing abortions on babies of 23 weeks or more gestation are made aware of the protection afforded by the Infant Life (Preservation) Act to all babies capable of being born alive. - Includes ref to report on foetal viability & clinical practice, 1985.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
140 c562W;140 c562-3W
Session
1987-88
Subjects
Codes of practice Abortion
Legislation
Infant Life (Preservation) Act 1929