In 2008, data showed that within the steady downward trend
in the conception rate, conceptions leading to births were
declining more steeply than those leading to abortions. To
improve young people’s awareness and use of effective contraception,
particularly long-acting reversible contraception, additional
government investment was secured for 3 years [7].
Further national guidance, Teenage Pregnancy Strategy: beyond
2010, was published in February 2010 informed by an updated
evidence review and lessons from effective local practice [8].