In England, Wales and Scotland access to abortion is covered by the 1967 Abortion Act.

BBC: Draft NI abortion guidelines published by minister

This is a clear indication that the original intent and spirit of the Abortion Act is being widely flouted and ignored.

BBC: Repeat abortions are increasing

Cardinal O'Brien, Scotland's most senior Catholic, in a sermon marking 40 years since the Abortion Act, also called on voters to reject candidates who defend a "social evil".

BBC: NEWS | UK | UK Politics | Abortion 'is a conscience issue'