Politicians in Argentina have voted yes to a bill that’s one step closer to legalising abortion.

This unprecedented decision was fought for long and hard by women’s rights activists in the largely Catholic country. 

Many women in Argentina who have an abortion can face prosecution.

President Alberto Fernández proposed the bill which would permit abortions to be carried out up to the 14th week of pregnancy. 

Before becoming law, the bill must also pass the Senate. The vote is expected before the end of the year.