Law will also expunge police records for women arrested in England and Wales, and stop future prosecutions Legislation to pardon women who have been convicted of illegal abortions has passed its final parliamentary hurdle, paving the way for a landmark change in the law in England and Wales. The <a hr The development was reported by Guardian UK and is being monitored by FastNewsHQ's global intelligence team. Authorities are expected to issue further statements in due course. FastNewsHQ will update this report as verified information becomes available from primary sources. Law will also expunge police records for women arrested in England and Wales, and stop future prosecutions Legislation to pardon women who have been convicted of illegal abortions has passed its final parliamentary hurdle, paving the way for a landmark change in the law in England and Wales. The &lt;a hr Police and other relevant authorities are expected to continue inquiries as further verified details emerge. FastNewsHQ will update this story as more confirmed information emerges from primary reporting and trusted public sources.