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INVESTIGATION: The charity recommending ‘abortion reversal pills’ to vulnerable women

Sep 24, 2025
In a revealing discussion, Constance Kampfner, Northern correspondent for The Times, shares her findings from an undercover investigation into pro-life groups like Rachel’s Vineyard. She delves into how these organizations recommend unapproved ‘abortion reversal pills’ and presents themselves as supportive while pushing an anti-abortion agenda. Constance highlights the concerning methods used in counselling sessions and the influence of US ideologies on UK practices. This thought-provoking dialogue raises vital questions about genuine support for women facing difficult choices.
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ANECDOTE

Undercover Call Recommends Reversal Pill

  • Constance posed as a woman who had taken the first abortion pill and phoned Rachel's Vineyard for support.
  • The caller immediately offered a personal account and suggested a so-called abortion reversal pill as an option.
INSIGHT

Reversal Treatment Is Unproven And Risky

  • The so-called abortion reversal treatment is unproven and discouraged in the UK.
  • A 2019 trial was halted after several women required hospital treatment for severe bleeding.
ANECDOTE

Directed To Another Charity For Counselling

  • After the initial contact, Rachel's Vineyard followed up and steered Constance toward Image, another Christian charity.
  • Rachel's Vineyard suggested Image's counselling rather than their retreats for someone recently through an abortion.
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