Hungary has recorded a fall of almost a quarter in the number of abortions in the country following a long-term pro-life push by government. Figures between 2010 and 2015 have shown a 22.9% decrease in terminations. Since 2011, Hungary – which allows for abortion up to 12 weeks, and up to 24 weeks in the case of severe disability – has promoted a major pro-life drive coupled with a requirement that a woman seeking a termination undergo counselling and wait three days between requesting an abortion and having one. In addition, since 2012 Hungary’s constitution has stated that life begins at conception.
















