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Buffer zones are needed around abortion clinics to prevent harassment by pro-life protesters say MPs
MPs are calling for buffer zones to be introduced around abortion clinics after hearing of intimidation of staff and women by pro-life protesters.
A parliamentary committee heard how protesters followed staff to their cars and called them "murderers". Also, women having abortions have been told that they will "die of cancer".
Home Secretary Amber Rudd ordered an assessment of protests outside abortion clinics over concerns about such tactics. The incidents of harassment and intimidation are being reported nationwide, MPs were told.
"Looking at legislation to introduce buffer zones or exclusion zones for protesting around clinics of this nature is something we have to look at," Will Quince MP, a member of the Home Affairs select committee told The Telegraph.
A parliamentary committee heard how protesters followed staff to their cars and called them "murderers". Also, women having abortions have been told that they will "die of cancer".
Home Secretary Amber Rudd ordered an assessment of protests outside abortion clinics over concerns about such tactics. The incidents of harassment and intimidation are being reported nationwide, MPs were told.
"Looking at legislation to introduce buffer zones or exclusion zones for protesting around clinics of this nature is something we have to look at," Will Quince MP, a member of the Home Affairs select committee told The Telegraph.
[link:http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/buffer-zones-are-needed-around-abortion-clinics-prevent-harassment-by-pro-life-protesters-say-mps-1651249|
Good. About time.
