Marie Stopes suspends services in Belfast clinic

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Marie Stopes, who have a clinic in the City Centre, have cancelled surgical abortions for under age and vulnerable women.

It's after the Care Quality Commission raised concerns about patient safety following an unannounced inspection.

Terminations in Northern Ireland are currently illegal unless a mother's life is in danger or where she faces serious physical and mental health risks.

A spokesperson for Precious Life says it was only a matter of time before this happened.

Bernadette Smyth has called for the RQIA to investigate the clinic. 

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