A 16-year-old girl attends the GP alone requesting a termination of pregnancy at 7 weeks. She is articulate, understands the options (continuation, te...

Question

A 16-year-old girl attends the GP alone requesting a termination of pregnancy at 7 weeks. She is articulate, understands the options (continuation, termination, adoption), and has considered the implications. She does not wish to inform her parents. Under which legal framework can she consent to the termination without parental involvement?

Accepted Answer

The Family Law Reform Act 1969 - she is 16 and can consent to medical treatment including termination

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Gillick competence - she is under 16 and must be assessed as Gillick competent

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The Mental Capacity Act 2005

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She cannot consent to termination under any circumstances without parental consent

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The Children Act 1989

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