SocialistAction 1983–88

The paper of the Socialist League, formerly the International Marxist Group, 1983–88

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Socialist Action No. 104, 3 June 1985 · pp. 4-5 of the scan · 170 words

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West and a programme for change is POWELL'S SUPPORTERS are determined push through the Unborn Child (Protection) bill at all costs.

The latest move by leading anti-abortion MP Andrew Bowden (Brighton Kemptown) highlights the fact that they wish to prevent a wide ranging discussion taking place the country On the issues raised by the bill.

The governme move DIC CUL Mr Bowden's ргоceedural resolution which would casure the house does not rise on 7 June until the bill has compieted its stages on the grounds that it would sel an unwelcome precedent.

By sticking "neutral' stance, and not opposing the motion, as likely, the government will Then it will go to the House which been more "liberal' on these issues.

It is important now if Slave allcau done so to write to your MP opposing the bill. The Abortion Campaign is continuing to accept petitions which will be presented on the morning of 7 June before the debate on the bill.

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Socialist Action 3 June 1985

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