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Kate Forbes pledges to defend abortion rights despite personal beliefs

SNP leadership candidate Kate Forbes has said she is committed to defending the right to have an abortion.

The National (Scotland)

'Disgraceful' anti-abortion protests to start outside Scots hospital for 40 days

The 'utterly unacceptable' protests are being coordinated by 40 Days For Life - a Texas-based anti-choice organisation.

Daily Record

Kate Forbes: Women should not be in fear when attending abortion clinics

The Finance Secretary made the pledge as she announced her bid to succeed Nicola Sturgeon as First Minister.

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Gillian Mackay holding talks in Ireland to bolster abortion buffer zone bill

AN MSP who is looking to pass legislation to introduce safe access zones around abortion clinics is making a trip to Ireland for talks on how the…

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Abortion buffer zones should be enforced by police, MSP says

ABORTION buffer zones are likely to be enforced by police, it was revealed as the First Minister held a third summit on putting forward a “robust” bill aimed at surviving potential legal challenge.

The National (Scotland)

Abortion clinic buffer zones will be one of Scottish devolution's 'proudest legacies'

Gillian Mackay has brought forward the buffer zones bill in a bid to stop anti-abortion protesters from gathering outside clinics in Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

'Vape crusader' hails Scottish Government review into banning disposable e-cigs

EXCLUSIVE: Scots activist Laura Young welcomes inquest by ministers into the single-use devices as an 'exciting development'.

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Ministers set to consider banning disposable vapes

Public Health Scotland is examining the impact of vaping, with an action plan due in the autumn

Insider UK

Humza Yousaf to pressure UK Government over fast-track visas for NHS workers

THE Scottish Government is set to pressure their UK counterparts to fast-track visas for people looking to come to work in Scotland’s NHS.

The National (Scotland)

Female MSPs 'considering action over Tories' misogynistic behaviour'

A GROUP of female MSPs are considering what action to take over “misogynistic behaviour coming from mostly within the Scottish Tory ranks”.

The National (Scotland)

Ban on sweet vapes and e-cigarettes proposed to avert 'disaster in the making'

CERTAIN vapes may be banned in Scotland to "protect the health of children and young people”.

The National (Scotland)

Scots shops face ban on displaying vapes to protect youngsters from 'ticking time bomb'

Scottish Greens MSP Gillian Mackay wants retailers to hide the products - which come in a range of bright colours and sweet flavours - from view like cigarettes.

Daily Record

Anger as Scottish Tories 'filibuster' gender bill debate until after midnight

THE Scottish Conservatives have been accused of filibustering Tuesday night’s marathon debate on the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill.

The National (Scotland)

'Power through and get it done': Ex-MLA issues advice to Scots over buffer zones law

FACING up to anti-choice protesters has been part of Clare Bailey’s life for well over three decades.

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Nicola Sturgeon pledges to 'progress quickly' with abortion protest buffer zone bill

NICOLA Sturgeon has reaffirmed the Scottish Government’s commitment to passing legislation which would see buffer zones implemented around…

Daily Record

Lanarkshire MSP delighted after Supreme Court ruling on protests outside abortion clinics

Gillian Mackay MSP said it set a vital precedent for her own Bill at Holyrood, which seeks to introduce a similar ban in Scotland

The Independent UK

Northern Ireland abortion buffer zone ruling is a ‘historic day’ – Green MSP

The UK Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that the Northern Ireland Bill did not infringe on the free expression of opponents of abortion.

The National (Scotland)

Supreme Court ruling opens door to abortion protest 'buffer zones' in Scotland

NORTHERN Ireland’s bid to introduce “safe access zones” around clinics providing abortion services is legal and within competence, the UK’s…

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Abortion buffer zone campaigners scoop top political award

SCOTTISH Green MSP Gillian Mackay has said she hopes she has “inspired other campaigners” after winning the Public Campaign of the Year award…

The National (Scotland)

Anas Sarwar named Scottish Politician of the Year at awards ceremony

LABOUR’S Anas Sarwar has been named Scottish Politician of the Year, becoming the first from his party to win the prize for more than a decade.

The National (Scotland)

‘Disgusting’: Bust up as fringe political party plans protest at sexual health clinic

A FRINGE political party in Scotland has been labelled “disgusting” after announcing plans to protest outside a sexual health clinic.

The National (Scotland)

Scotland reacts as US states vote to protect abortion rights

PRO-ABORTION campaigners across Scotland have reacted to the news that multiple states in the US have passed measures which will enshrine the right…

The National (Scotland)

Concerns raised as Holyrood won't get say on Levelling Up Bill 'missions'

FEARS have been raised that the Scottish Parliament will not get a say on the main "missions" of the UK Government’s Levelling Up and…

The National (Scotland)

UK cannabis laws ‘making criminals out of mums and dads’, Tommy Sheridan warns

THE UK Government is criminalising parents “trying to do the best for their kids”, an MP has said, as the number of people illegally buying…

Daily Record

Scots campaigners slam SNP abstention on abortion clinic buffer zone vote

An amendment allowing the introduction of nationwide buffer zones around abortion clinics in England and Wales passed in the UK Parliament by 297 Yes votes to 110 Nos.

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