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One-question survey on a possible Mumsnet campaign: your views wanted NOW CLOSED

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AnnMumsnet · 21/12/2016 12:21

MNHQ is seeking Mumsnetters' views on a possible campaign. It's a one-question survey, although there is some background for you to read if you're not familiar with the issue being discussed.

The survey is open to all Mumsnet users.

Here's the link: www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/HGSXWMD

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JaneMumsnet · 28/12/2016 11:08

@TeaPleaseLouise

MNHQ @AnnMumsnet I would be really interested to know how many people who suggested this were based outside Northern Ireland? And what the overall response from women in NI was?

Do the people suggesting this know that it's unlikely to ever happen here due to the ability to use a petition of concern in Stormont to block laws?

I'm in NI and really disappointed by this, sure it sounds fantastic but our politicians are unlikely to be swayed by pressure from mumsnet (no slight intended) and even if we got to the wonderful stage of a majority in Stormont willing to vote to change the law, it would be blocked by a petition of concern... So nothing would change.

I honestly think that the original idea was the best chance at gaining control over your own body if you can't afford the costs of flying to England currently and have missed the chance to get pills posted to you.

I know some mumsnetters were concerned at the idea of the cash strapped NHS paying for women's flights and accommodation but in other cases of medical need this already happens if treatment is not available within NI.

Hi TeaPleaseLouise,

Thanks for posting. We'll take a look at your questions and get back to you as soon as we can; it may now be next week, as a couple of people involved are off for the Christmas break.

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RowanMumsnet · 03/01/2017 11:28

Happy New Year all

Sorry about the demographics questions - they're helpful for us (e.g. they will help us to answer TeaPleaseLouise's questions!) but you're right that they mean it's more than one question.

Tea the previous survey had 42 respondents from NI (out of nearly 1200). As a rule we look for a strong consensus across all types of Mumsnet users when thinking about a campaign - if we don't have that then the campaign is likely to be unsuccessful anyway, because the active support and involvement of MNers is key.

(Also, just wanted to clear up that the previous proposition was never about paying for travel and accommodation - it was always purely about paying the cost of the healthcare procedures.)

This survey is still running - as ever any decision will be based on the strength of the support. Responding to the surveys and commenting on discussions like this one are invaluable for us as feedback, so thank you.

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