Following the historic bill proposed yesterday by independent MP Marlene Farrugia, Opposition leader Bernard Grech announced his, and the Nationalist Party’s, position against the decriminalisation of abortion. In a Facebook post, Grech stated that ‘The Nationalist Party believes with the utmost conviction that life begins at conception and ends at death, and can therefore never be in favour of decriminalising abortion.’
He added that the party is in favour of taking the necessary measures in favour of everyone’s sexual health without endangering the life of the child before and after birth. The stance was met with both support and criticism. Many applauded Grech and the party for its ability to stick to its values unwavering. Others, however, criticised the stance by stating that the PN’s inability to adapt to the times is resulting in an ‘out of touch’ worldview.
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Photo Source: Bernard Grech FB, iStock