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Prior to this, abortion was illegal in Northern Ireland except in very limited circumstances, such as where the life or mental health of the mother is in danger.
Seven abortions were carried out in local hospitals between January 1 and March 30, 2020, the department also confirmed.
South Belfast MLA Christopher Stalford, who obtained the details in an Assembly question, described the figure as very sad . We warned of the potential scale of abortion in Northern Ireland prior to this legislation being introduced, he said.
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