Mesh Implant (Ban) Bill

A BILL TO

Ban the usage of Mesh Implants

Be It Enacted by being passed in the Northern Irish Assembly and assented to by His Majesty as follows—

Section 1: Definitions

(1) "mesh implant" is defined as a net-like implant used to treat stress urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.

Section 2: Ban of use

(1) The usage of mesh implants will be prohibited.

(2) A person who commits an offence under subsection (1) is liable for a fine not exceeding level 4 on the standard scale

Section 3: Short Title and Commencement

(1) This act may be cited as the Mesh Implant (Ban) Act 2022.

(2) This act will come into effect immediately after receiving Royal Assent.

This bill was written by the Most Hon. Marchioness of Omagh, Lady_Aya, LP LD DCVO CT PC MLA on behalf of Sinn Féin.

References:

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-62782179

Opening Speech:

Ceann Comhairle,

Today I rise to support a move to protect the people of Northern Ireland. Many might not have heard of mesh implants but for many of those who have, they have caused debilitative harm for those unfortunate to have a mesh implants.

Mesh implants do come from a place I believe is understandable. The goal of mesh implants, at the very least, is to treat stress urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. This is most pronounced for parents after giving childbirth. However, given the evidence from the irreparable harm caused by these implants, I believe we must take the step to ban them here in Northern Ireland. This step has already been taken by several countries, including Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, and the United States.

This division will end on the 25th of November at 10PM