More than 1,200 abortions on Island since change in law

Abortion Reform Act came into force in 2019

More than 1,200 abortions have been carried out on the Isle of Man since a change in the law in 2019.

The Abortion Reform Act, which came into force almost seven years ago, allowed women on the Island to request to terminate their pregnancy.

Previously, women could only seek an abortion under strict criteria, or would have to travel off Island.

Figures published by the health minister show 1,240 procedures have been undertaken since the legislation was brought in.