UK poll highlights fears about access to emergency contraception
Doctors say survey shows need for morning-after pill to be available at corner shops, petrol stations and supermarkets Almost half of the UK population believe it would be difficult to access emergency contraception on a Sunday, while nearly two-thirds think they would struggle after 10pm, according to a survey. The research, carried out by YouGov, found that only 7% of people believe it would be difficult to access emergency contraception during the daytime on a weekday. Continue reading...
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The College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare says emergency contraception should be available in other shops when pharmacies are closed. Photograph: David Burton/AlamyView image in fullscreenThe College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare says emergency contraception should be available in other shops when pharmacies are closed. Photograph: David Burton/AlamyContraception and family planningUK poll highlights fears about access to emergency contraceptionDoctors say survey shows need for morning-after pill to be available at corner shops, petrol stations and supermarketsHannah Al-Othman North of England correspondentTue 30 Jun 2026 19.01 EDTLast modified on Tue 30 Jun 2026 19.02 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAlmost half of the UK population believe it would be difficult to…
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