Select what you think are the three strongest arguments on each side of the debate and explain why you think they are convincing. Be objective, even if you don’t agree with them. Should the abortion law be changed to make it easier or more difficult to obtain an abortion? Think about the time limits, the circumstances in which it is allowed and whether two doctors are needed. Explain your views

Group work – discuss the statement, consider all points of view, then present back to the class ‘The rights of the child are as important as the rights of the mother.’ ‘Abortion discriminates against disabled people.’ ‘Women are using abortion as a form of contraception now.’ 'Putting pressure on people to change their minds about abortion achieves nothing.'

What's the Religious View? Aim: To explore the religious teachings about abortion

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Tasks 1. Explain the differences between Catholic and Methodist attitudes to abortion 2. What evidence supports these two different ideas? 3. What is the Muslim attitude towards abortion? 4. How might a Jewish person advise a woman who is considering abortion