Safe Access Zones for Abortion Care

Safe Access Zones are in place everywhere that abortion services are provided in Scotland from 24th September 2024.

Within a Safe Access Zone, it’s illegal to try to influence, harass, or prevent anyone from accessing or providing abortion services.  

There are 30 safe access zones across Scotland, 3 of which are in Lothian.

Health BoardHospital
LothianRoyal Infirmary Edinburgh
Chalmers Sexual Health Centre
St John’s Hospital

The blue circle indicates the Safe Access Zone around the Chalmers Centre:

For more information visit www.gov.scot/safe-access-zones