<p class="text-align-justify">Although this was a big step forward for abortion rights, there are still issues, like the Health Ministers and the Department of Health NI's failure to finance services, and strong political opposition. Amid the continuing pandemic, many women were forced to travel to other parts of the UK for abortion services.<br />
The law has changed and the Abortion Regulations (NI) 2020 took effect on March 31, 2020, immediately following the UK shutdown. The new legislation lays the groundwork for enabling women to get legal abortions up to 12 weeks of pregnancy, with no restrictions. Before 12-weeks gestation, only one signature from a nurse, doctor, or midwife is necessary, and beyond that, two signatures are needed.</p>
