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Nation set to get liberal abortion law

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Portugal's Socialist government started drafting legislation Feb. 12 that would allow women to choose an abortion up to the 10th week of pregnancy, saying voters supported its plans to reduce restrictions despite a low turnout in a referendum on the issue.

Abortion now is allowed in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy if a woman's health is at risk. In cases of rape it is permitted through the 16th week, and there is no time restriction if an abortion is the only way of saving a pregnant woman's life.

The Socialist Party's parliamentary leader Alberto Martins said he was starting work on new legislation immediately with Prime Minister Jose Socrates, the party leader.

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