Having an abortion is not an easy choice for anyone to make, and is not a decision that should be made lightly without careful consideration. Consider talking to Marie Stopes International as they always support a woman's choice to continue with her pregnancy or have an abortion.

If a woman feels that an abortion is in the best interests of her or her family, then she should have access to safe, supportive and non-judgmental expert advice and help. No one should be pressured into either continuing with a pregnancy or having an abortion; it should be a personal decision.

Is Abortion legal in the UK?
In the UK abortion is legal up to the 24th week of pregnancy. However there is no time limit if there is a substantial risk to the woman's life or if there are foetal abnormalities.

In order to comply with the 1967 Abortion Act, two doctors must give their consent to an abortion, stating that to continue with a pregnancy could present a risk to the physical or mental health of the woman or her existing children. Please be aware that the 1967 Act does not include Northern Ireland, where abortion is still illegal.

Help & advice from Marie Stopes International

If you are pregnant and concerned, be assured you are not alone. Marie Stopes International can provide private and confidential individual advice and treatment and support the woman in every step of the way in their decision. Their 24-hour abortion information and booking service on 0845 300 8090 is available to answer questions and to arrange a fast convenient appointment. They are also able to offer a telephone abortion advice and consultation service, where you can arrange to have an initial abortion consultation over the phone with an experienced nurse at a time that suits you.
Marie Stopes International has abortion clinics throughout the country.

Which Marie Stopes International centres provide abortion help & advice?

Marie Stopes International has a network of centres providing women with abortion advice and help across the country.
Before an abortion you need to have an initial consultation so that everything can be explained regarding what will happen and a medical assessment should be taken. If you prefer a telephone consultation Marie Stopes International can also offer this service over the telephone.The Marie Stopes International local advice centres and abortion treatment clinics are shown below. Take a look for the nearest centre to you.

Initial abortion advice & consultation centres
Bristol, Essex (Buckhurst Hill), Leeds, Manchester, Maidstone, Central London, South London, West London (Ealing), Reading, Blackpool, Brent (N London), Broadstairs (Kent), Canterbury (Kent), Edgware (N London) Folkestone (Kent), Harrow (Middlesex), Preston (Lancashire), Staines (Middlesex), Woking (Surrey).
Abortion treatment clinics
Bristol, Essex (Buckhurst Hill), Leeds, Manchester, Maidstone, Central London, South London, West London (Ealing), Reading
How can you make an appointment?
To arrange an appointment or for more information, contact Marie Stopes International on 0845 300 8090 (UK callers), +44 (0) 845 300 8090 (from overseas) or visit their website www.mariestopes.org.uk to book on-line.
Another reason to talk to Marie Stopes International is that some of the money from the fees people pay in their UK centres goes towards supporting their work in developing countries.