Abortion laws have been relaxed to allow women to take pills at home to terminate a pregnancy. The measures – put in place so women do not have to visit a hospital or clinic – will last two years or until the coronavirus epidemic ends. Women can use the pills up to the 10th week of pregnancy. They must consult a doctor over the phone or video chat to get a prescription, with the pills sent by post. 'We are updating our guidance so women who need an abortion up to ten weeks and can't access a clinic can use abortion pills at home.

Source: Daily Mail March 29, 2020 21:30 UTC