Poland’s parliament is finally holding a long-awaited debate on liberalizing the country’s strict abortion law. The traditionally Catholic nation has one of the most restrictive laws in Europe. Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who took power in December, has vowed to legalize abortion until the 12th week of pregnancy. Conservatives in his government have delayed the debate until now. Protesters from both sides of the debate have been frequent outside Poland’s parliament building.
Poland parliament holding long-awaited debate on liberalizing strict abortion law - AP Explains
Poland’s parliament is finally holding a long-awaited debate on liberalizing the country’s strict abortion law. The traditionally Catholic nation has one of the most restrictive laws in Europe. Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who took power in December, has vowed to legalize abortion until the 12th week of pregnancy. Conservatives in his government have delayed the debate until now. Protesters from both sides of the debate have been frequent outside Poland’s parliament building.