Press releases

New study of abortion patients shows rise in the use of fertility awareness-based methods and a decline in hormonal contraception

A new study has found that found “a shift in contraception use from more reliable hormonal methods of contraception to less reliable fertility awareness-based methods of contraception among abortion patients in England and Wales in 2018 and 2023.”

BPAS Comment on US Presidential Results

Heidi Stewart, CEO of BPAS, said:
“To every woman feeling fear, anger, and uncertainty today: we hear you, we stand with you, and we will fight for you. Abortion access is not a privilege to be granted or revoked by political leaders; it is a fundamental human right owed to every woman.

BPAS welcomes safe access zones after a decade of campaigning

After a decade of BPAS’s campaigning, and 18 months since the law was passed overwhelmingly by Parliament – safe access zones will today come into force in England and Wales.

49% of Women in the UK Face Barriers to Contraception Access, Reveals New BPAS Report

Nearly Half (49%) of Women Face Barriers: Women across the UK report long wait times, difficulty securing appointments, and financial hurdles when trying to access their preferred method of contraception.

BPAS welcomes upcoming implementation of safe access zones

BPAS CEO, Heidi Stewart, comments on today's announcement that safe access zones will be brought into force around abortion clinics from 31st October 2024.

(500) Days of Waiting: BPAS Calls for Immediate Implementation of Safe Zones

Today marks 500 days since Parliament passed legislation to establish Safe Access Zones around abortion clinics. The law was supposed to shield women and healthcare staff from aggressive protests that obstruct access to essential medical care. Yet 500 days later, that promise remains unfulfilled.