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Island abortion laws 'outdated' says PAG

Arguing the pro-abortion case

Changes to Island laws on abortion are long overdue, according to the Positive Action Group.

The organisation is hosting a public meeting this evening (Monday) where the topic will be discussed with a presentation from Mara Clarke, director of the Abortion Support Network.

The Isle of Man's current law comes under the termination of pregnancy Medical Defences Act of 1995 - based on a more liberal UK act from 1967.

PAG's Roger Tomlinson says the Island is woefully outdated:

The meeting is open to all and starts at 7:30pm at the Manx Legion Club on Market Hill in Douglas.

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