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Public Order Bill

24 October 2022

Proposing MP
Jeremy Quin Con
Horsham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the insertion of an amendment into the Public Order Bill that establishes buffer zones around abortion clinics.

Action Requested

The Government has published a separate ECHR memorandum assessing the compatibility of the Bill's provisions with Convention rights and looks forward to further scrutiny and debate in Parliament.

Key Facts

  • An amendment was inserted into the Public Order Bill on Tuesday 18 October.
  • Clause 9 establishes designated areas around abortion clinics.
  • The Government has published an ECHR memorandum assessing compatibility with Convention rights.
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