The British Pregnancy Advisory Service (bpas) has launched a free telephone aftercare helpline for women in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and the Isle of Man who have bought abortion medication online. Access to abortion services in these areas is currently highly restricted, meaning women who cannot travel for abortion treatment have no choice but to break the law and order pills over the internet.
According to bpas:
Adverse events following medical abortion use are extremely unlikely, but women may not seek help as they know they are committing a criminal offence
A free helpline will provide reassurance and advice to women who have taken pills in countries where abortion is severely restricted
The helpline will be advertised in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and the Isle of Man
Aftercare helpline numbers (PLEASE DO NOT USE THESE NUMBERS FOR PRESS ENQUIRIES)
From Ireland: 1800 910 049
From Northern Ireland: 0800 077 6049
From the Isle of Man: 0800 077 6049