title: Contraception and the under-16s: the legal issues.
abstract: This article discusses the legal issues and the implications of consent related to providing contraceptive services within general practice for girls under the age of 16. Possible scenarios and interactions are also discussed to allow the reader to apply principles to practice.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Martin
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D003267:Contraception; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D008297:Male; D008318:Malpractice; D033242:Minors; D033282:Parental Consent; D012736:Sex Education; D006113:United Kingdom