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New abortion debate 40 years on

On the anniversary of the Abortion Act, the legal limit is again under discussion By Judith Duffy, Health Correspondent

FORTY years ago today legislation that allowed abortions to be carried out in England, Scotland and Wales came into effect amid much controversy - now campaigners on both sides of the debate are gearing up for a new battle.