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Greg Holland Abortion Opinion Public opinion has shown consistent support for a woman's right to choose abortion. In 1964, when abortion was illegal, 44% of those asked said that abortion should be legal 'if the pregnant woman is unable to cope with any more children' (49% were against this). In 1965 two thirds of those questioned believed that abortion should be legal 'in some cases'. In 1976, after the 1967 Abortion Act, 55% agreed that 'abortion should be legally available for all who want it'. Between 1979-1987, between 76-80% consistently supported the woman's right to choose; in consultation with her doctor. Other polls, help to show whether sex, age and religion make any difference to people's opinions on abortion. In 1988, a poll asked 'Do you think that women should have the right to choose abortion in the first few months of pregnancy?'. 86% of the Church of England members were in...

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