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<p>The Department does <ins class="ministerial">not </ins>hold this information.</p><p>
</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>We take the issue of coercion seriously and staff working in
abortion clinics are experienced and highly skilled in discussing sensitive issues
with women and identifying whether there is any coercion or other risks to the woman.</p><p>
</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Women who present for an abortion will always have the opportunity
to speak to a health professional on their own at some point during the consultation.
Pathways should be in place to refer women to specialised services if coercion is
identified.</p><p> </p>
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