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Oldpark - Womens' Rights

Services should be commissioned by the Health Minister to allow for free, safe & legal abortions
The Protest Buffer Zones legislation, which protects those seeking abortions and healthcare from abuse, must be implemented.
Gender quotas should be introduced for elections
Action should be taken to ensure the end of female genital mutilation
The legislation that would see period products available in all public buildings needs implemented
The Violence Against Women & Girls Strategy in Northern Ireland needs fully implemented
Comments
  • Gender Quotas. Merit no gender shoukd be the determinant in the selection of candidates. Of the Workers Party seven councik candidates, 4 are women.