'Outstanding' City abortion clinic wins inspectors' praise

AN abortion clinic in Bristol has been rated 'outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest rating available.

- Angus MCINTYRE

The CQC ranked the MSI Reproductive Services Treatment Centre in Stoke Gifford outstanding overall and in three of five individually-assessed fields: safety, effectiveness and care. The clinic, which services patients across the South West, was rated 'good' in the responsiveness and leadership categories.

"Nothing could have been improved; everything was perfect and the nurse was absolutely amazing," one woman who used the clinic said.

"She explained everything so well and went in depth when I had enquiries. I felt comfortable, protected and not all judged."

In a message shared directly to the clinic's staff, another woman thanked them for supporting her through the difficult process of getting an abortion.

"Thank you all so much for looking after me so well at such a difficult time and holding my hand," she said.

"I appreciate you all so much. Thank you for everything."