MarieClaire
  • News
  • Fashion
  • Beauty
  • Lifestyle
  • Career
  • Bridal
  • marie hair
  • Gifts
  • The Edit
  • Discount Codes
MarieClaire
  • News
  • Fashion
  • Beauty
  • Lifestyle
  • Career
  • Bridal
  • marie hair
  • Gifts
  • The Edit
  • Discount Codes
Subscribe
  1. Home
  2. News

NSW Could Decriminalise Abortion As Early As Today

The historic bill has been backed by 15 MPs - by Grace Back
  • 30 Jul 2019
NSW Could Decriminalise Abortion As Early As Today

Fifteen MPS have decided to co-sponsor a bill to decriminalise abortion in NSW, a historic move that has never been done in the state's lower house. Premier Gladys Berejiklian and several ministers have confirmed they will support the bill. 

The proposed bill could be introduced to Parliament as early as Tuesday, July 30, with the proposed legislation excising abortion from New South Wales' 119-year-old criminal code to create a standalone healthcare act to regulate the procedure. 

The bill would allow abortion on request for women up to 22 weeks' gestation performed by a registered doctor. Women beyond 22 weeks would need the consent of two doctors.

NSW is the only state in Australia that has not decriminalised abortion. 

"NSW is the last state to decriminalise abortion and all members of the Liberals and Nationals will be given a conscience vote on this issue," Ms Premier Berejiklian said. "I'd encourage all members of the Parliament to look at the legislation, as I will be doing, to make sure they're comfortable with it and decide either way how they feel about it."

Grace Back
Grace Back
Grace Back is a journalist and was formerly the Digital Culture Editor across ELLE and marie claire Australia. When not stuck in a seemingly endless Instagram scroll, you'll find Grace with her head in a good book.

Subscribe to Marie Claire-+ save!

Subscribe to marie claire

Subscribe Now
Subscribe to Marie Claire

Subscribe to Marie Claire-+ save!

Subscribe to marie claire

Subscribe Now
Subscribe to Marie Claire

Recommended to you

MAFS' Aleks and Ivan exchange wedding vows
Watch 4:43

MAFS' Aleks and Ivan exchange wedding vows

{headline}

{headline}

These Celebrities Have Shared Their Abortion Stories To Protest America's Rulings

These Celebrities Have Shared Their Abortion Stories To Protest America's Rulings

When And Where To Attend The Solidarity Abortion Protests Happening Across Australia

When And Where To Attend The Solidarity Abortion Protests Happening Across Australia

Explained: Women's Abortion Rights In America Are Under Threat

Explained: Women's Abortion Rights In America Are Under Threat

History Made: NSW Votes to Decriminalise Abortion

History Made: NSW Votes to Decriminalise Abortion

{headline}

{headline}

Gladys Berejiklian heads off leadership spill over abortion legislation

Gladys Berejiklian heads off leadership spill over abortion legislation

Northern Ireland’s Abortion Ban Lifted In Historic Vote

Northern Ireland’s Abortion Ban Lifted In Historic Vote

The Disgraced Doctor Who Tortured The Women Of Taree

The Disgraced Doctor Who Tortured The Women Of Taree

{headline}

{headline}

Two US Politicians In Georgia Literally Fist-Bumped After Banning Abortion

Two US Politicians In Georgia Literally Fist-Bumped After Banning Abortion

Rosie Waterland On Why We Need To Talk About Abortion

Rosie Waterland On Why We Need To Talk About Abortion

Why Is Abortion Still Taboo?

Why Is Abortion Still Taboo?

How Much Does An Abortion Cost For Australian Women?

How Much Does An Abortion Cost For Australian Women?

The Very Important Reason Demi Lovato Returned To Instagram

The Very Important Reason Demi Lovato Returned To Instagram

Abortion Is No Longer A Crime In Queensland

Abortion Is No Longer A Crime In Queensland

Queensland Prisoner Pregnant With Twins Is Denied An Abortion

Queensland Prisoner Pregnant With Twins Is Denied An Abortion

MarieClaire
  • About Us
  • Discount Codes
  • Contact Us
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
MarieClaire Magazine Subscribe
  • About Us
  • Discount Codes
  • Contact Us
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy

Brands

  • Beauty Crew
  • Home Beautiful
  • Elle
  • Who

Our Network

  • Better Homes and Gardens
  • BHG Shop
  • beautyheaven
  • New Idea food
  • New Idea
  • Girlfriend
  • That’s Life
  • Practical Parenting
  • All Recipes
  • Perth Now
  • The West Australian
  • 7Plus
  • 7mate
  • 7NEWS
  • 7Sport
  • Sunrise
  • Starts at 60
  • Hard to Find
© 2022 Are Media PTY LTD
All products are independently selected, tested or recommended by our team of experts.If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.
Get more from Marie Claire

Magazine Subscription Offer

Subscribe to Marie Claire-+ save!

Shop This Offer
Subscribe to Marie Claire