From then it will be an offence to intentionally or recklessly influence, harass or prevent anyone from accessing or providing abortion services in protected zones
The new protected zones at St John’s Hospital and The Balfour, both in Livingston , come into force on September 24.
The Abortion Services Act 2024 comes into force and creates protected zones of 200 metres around all premises providing abortion services. Minister for Public Health and Women’s Health Jenni Minto said: “I thank Gillian Mackay for all her hard work in progressing the Act and I am eternally grateful to all the women and staff who contributed to that process.
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