[Greens-Media] NSW Premier should move on abortion before election – Greens

[Peter Stahel]

NSW Premier should move on abortion before election – Greens 

The Greens want Premier Kristina Keneally to bring on overdue
amendments to the Crimes Act to decriminalise abortion before the
election in March 2011.

"The trial of Sergie Brennan and Tegan Leach in Queensland is an
unfortunate reminder that in New South Wales too, it is still possible
for women to be charged under the criminal code for procuring an
abortion," Greens MP and spokesperson for women Cate Faehrmann said.

"These appalling criminal charges could still potentially be used
against women in New South Wales.

"The vast majority of Australians support the right of women to choose.


"Premier Keneally has a unique opportunity to follow Victoria's lead
– to bring on these overdue amendments to the Crimes Act and a
conscience vote before the March election.

"The Greens will work constructively with women in and outside of
Parliament to ensure this issue doesn't go away. The law is archaic and
should be changed immediately," Ms Faehrmann said.
 
Media contact: Peter Stahel 0433 005 727