Gillian Mackay MSP says support for her safe access zones Bill - buffer zones for women's health care clinics - has grown following anti abortion protests at the weekend by opponents.

Gillian Mackay MSP On Why Her Safe Access Zones Bill Must Become Law As Soon As Possible

The voices of medical staff are key to ensuring the delivery of safe access zones, says Scottish Green MSP Gillian Mackay.

Ms Mackay’s comments come ahead of today’s evidence session for her Bill, which will create 200 metre safe access zones, or ‘buffer zones’ to stop anti-choice campaign groups from protesting outside abortion service providers.

Gillian Mackay on why the voices of medical staff are crucial to creating buffer zones

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Gillian Mackay on why the voices of medical staff are crucial to creating buffer zones

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