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France protects abortion 

France makes abortion a constitutional right. 

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The story  

"We're sending a message to all women: your body belongs to you, and no-one can decide for you.”

Those were the words of the French prime minister after parliament voted to include the right to an abortion in the country's constitution.

Research into public opinion suggests that the measure is supported by a large proportion of French people, though it has been criticised by anti-abortion campaigners and the Catholic church.

Key words and phrases

enshrines
protects something in law

• The right to free speech has been enshrined in the country's constitution.
• The idea that education should be free has now been enshrined in law.

lament
express sadness

• Health campaigners lamented the increase in junk food advertising.
• The manager lamented the team's missed chances.

follow its lead
go in the same direction

• We just found a successful company and followed its lead.
• Dancing is easy. Just follow my lead.

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