Safe access zones have been established today as the new law in Scotland stopping anti-abortion demonstrators protesting near clinics comes into force.
New laws preventing protesters from gathering outside clinics offering abortion services have come into force today and been praised as a "crucial day for reproductive rights".
Police Scotland will now enforce the legislation, with those breaking the law facing the possibility of an unlimited fine for the most serious breaches. "Over the days and weeks ahead, I will be working with the Scottish Government to ensure that patients and staff know where protesters can and can't be so that they can report any activity that is against the law."
She praised Ms Mackay and others who campaigned for the change, paying tribute to "the women who showed incredible courage in speaking up and sharing their experiences during the Bill process"
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