Here are some figures/information from Marie Stopes and the FPA (source - The Telegraph online today).
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"Contrary to popular belief we do not currently have abortion on request in Britain, unlike most other European countries and reform is long overdue.
Late abortions were very rare in Britain. The reasons given for late abortions include, foetal abnormality, unknown pregnancy, delays in obtaining an abortion, difficulties coming to a decision, or a change in personal circumstances.
I think based on that I would support at least tightening the rules for later abortions. I don't think difficulties coming to a decision or change in personal circumstances should be 'allowed' as reasons myself, and I'm unsure about unknown pregnancies.
Graham - I think most late abortions are down to foetal abnormality rather than unwanted pregnancies. If you find out you are pregnant at the usual stage (6-8 weeks) it is, I think, quite easy to get an abortion.