Thousands in Spain protest abortion proposal
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MADRID, Spain — Tens of thousands of people rallied against legislation that would allow girls as young as 16 to have abortions without parental consent in traditionally Catholic Spain.
In late September, the government formally approved the legislation that would make abortion available on demand in Spain up to 14 weeks into a pregnancy as long as, at least three days before the procedure, the woman receives information about her rights and about the help she can expect to receive as a mother if she continues her pregnancy.
The measure still must be considered by the Spanish parliament.
Abortion is allowed in Spain for the first 22 weeks of pregnancy, but only in cases of rape, genetic defect or threats to a woman’s health.
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