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<p>In delivering on its legal duty to provide lawful access to abortion services in
Northern Ireland, the Government has been clear that we want to ensure we are delivering
in a way that works best for Northern Ireland - which is why we consulted on the proposals
for the new legislative framework. The consultation provided an opportunity for the
people in Northern Ireland and relevant organisations to properly provide input and
views on the question of how we can best deliver services that are consistent with
what is required under section 9 of the Northern Ireland (Executive Formation etc)
Act 2019.</p><p>We are carefully considering the consultation responses, and ensuring
that the views received are reflected in the Government’s response, and inform the
final framework that will be provided for in the regulations. We are also continuing
to work closely with the healthcare profession, and the Department of Health in Northern
Ireland who will oversee the framework’s delivery model and the operational readiness
of services. In developing this work, the health and safety of women and girls, and
clarity and certainty for the medical profession, remain at the forefront of the Government’s
consideration.</p>
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