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Nicola Sturgeon commits to establishing abortion buffer zones around clinics in Scotland

The summit is an important opportunity to ‘reaffirm women’s autonomy and right to choose’, said Ms Sturgeon

The Independent UK

Glasgow anti-abortion buffer zones could be first in Scotland to curb protests outside clinics

Glasgow could be the first local authority in Scotland to see buffer zones introduced to stop anti-abortion protestors being allowed to demonstrate at the entrances and exits of health care settings.

Glasgow Live

Glasgow could introduce first abortion buffer zone in Scotland to limit protests outside clinics

Nicola Sturgeon met with police and council chiefs at a summit to consider how best to protect women's access to abortion services.

Daily Record

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Nicola Sturgeon backs establishing abortion clinic buffer zones in Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon has backed establishling buffer zones around abortion clinics to allow women to access services “free of harassment or intimidation”.

Evening Standard

First Minister to take the chair at summit on abortion to 're-affirm women’s autonomy'

AN abortion summit in Scotland today will be an important opportunity to “re-affirm women’s autonomy and right to choose”, Nicola…

The National (Scotland)

Suspected drug deaths in Lanarkshire decline during first quarter of 2022

Police Scotland statistics suggest there were nine fewer deaths than in the same period last year.

Daily Record

Lanarkshire carers recognised by politicians at event held for Carers Week

MSPs paid special tribute to local carers during Carers Week 2022.

Daily Record

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Abortion clinic buffer zones consultation overwhelmed by responses during first week

A SURVEY on introducing buffer zones around abortion clinics to ward off protesters received more than 1000 responses in its first week.

The National (Scotland)

Health minister visits hospital staff to discuss anti-abortion protests

STAFF at health facilities which provide abortion care have the right to do their job without “fear or intimidation”, says the women’s health…

The National (Scotland)

MSP who lost her mum to Covid 'infuriated' by Sue Gray report

HOLYROOD’S youngest MSP who lost her mum to Covid-19 has said she is “infuriated” by the findings of the damning Sue Gray report into lockdown…

The National (Scotland)

Lanarkshire MSP calls for Prime Minister to resign following Sue Gray report

The damning report into the behaviour of Boris Johnson and those inside Downing Street throughout the pandemic should bring an end to his premiership, says Scottish Greens MSP, Gillian Mackay.

Daily Record

Glasgow bid for abortion clinic protest free zones welcomed as demonstrations rise

A petition has been launched calling for buffer zones to be introduced at clinics so protestors cannot gather, amid warnings the number of demonstrations was rising.

Glasgow Live

Scottish Greens launch bill to create protest-free zones outside abortion clinics

Healthcare staff and campaigners call for action in face of growing anti-abortion activity across Scotland

The Guardian - UK

Buffer zone laws to be brought in 'as soon as possible' says Green MSP at launch

Campaigners Back Off Scotland are also confident that legislation will be forthcoming to put a 150 meter zone around health clinics

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Daily Record

Scottish abortion clinics must be 'free from harassment' as Green MSP plans buffer zone bill

Gillian Mackay plans to bring a Members' Bill at the Scottish Parliament which could eventually clamp down on protests outside abortion clinics.

The National (Scotland)

Hope for progress as new abortion clinic buffer zones bill launches at Holyrood

BUFFER zones to keep anti-abortion protesters away from patients will take another step towards reality on Thursday when Green MSP Gillian Mackay…

Glasgow Live

Glasgow council faces demands to bring in abortion clinic safety zones following protests

Protestors have left women feeling distressed at clinics in the city recently, sparking calls for 'buffer zones' to be introduced.

Daily Record

Pro-choice MSPs and activists gather in Edinburgh over Roe VS Wade abortion rights debate

MSPs Monica Lennon and Gillian Mackay were among those in attendance, showing their solidarity with pro-choice campaigners in Scotland and abroad.

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Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh pro-choice abortion rally sees dozens pictured outside US consulate

Dozens of people were in attendance at the pro-choice abortion rally in Edinburgh on Saturday afternoon, in light of the alleged decision to overturn the Roe v. Wade precedent in the US

The National (Scotland)

‘Solidarity with US siblings’: Activists gather in Edinburgh over Roe v Wade

MSPs and reproductive rights campaigners gathered in Scotland's capital on Saturday to express solidarity with their US peers protesting over the…

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh pro-choice rally to take place outside American consulate

The rally will take place on Regent Terrace at 2:00pm and will see pro-choice demonstrator shows their solidarity with their American counterparts outside the US consulate.

The National (Scotland)

Nicola Sturgeon sends firm message to protesters targeting abortion clinics

NICOLA Sturgeon will “convene and personally chair” a summit to address anti-abortion protests in Scotland and the rolling back of abortion…

The National (Scotland)

One year after their elections, two MSPs look back on a tumultuous time at Holyrood

A YEAR on from the Holyrood election, two MSPs have spoken to the Sunday National about what it’s like becoming a parliamentarian during a period…

The National (Scotland)

'I have lightsabers in my office': Gillian Mackay reveals deep love for Star Wars

ON what is globally known as Star Wars Day, Green MSP Gillian Mackay was spotted unashamedly sporting her allegiance to the much-loved film saga

The National (Scotland)

'Abortion protesters made me feel patronised,' says woman as buffer zone pressure mounts

IT was October 2019 when Alice Murray unexpectedly fell pregnant aged 20. She had just returned to the University of Edinburgh for her third year…

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