Manx abortion law is 'rational' says new campaign group

Manx abortion law is some of the most 'relatively enlightened' and 'rational' examples of legislation in the world. 

 

That's the message from the Humanity and Equality in Abortion Reform group which launched a new campaign on the Isle of Man last week.

 

HEAR - which describes itself as a coalition founded on feminist, humanist and liberal principles - said it wants to secure the best for women on the Island and their children in the womb.

 

It says it wants to put forward both sides of the debate - spokeswoman Hannah Grove says the group does believe further change is needed: