BBC Factual has commissioned Young, British and Anti-Abortion (w/t), a 1×60’ documentary for BBC One and iPlayer from Firecrest Films.

In the doc, filmmaker Poppy Jay explores whether there is a new demographic galvanising the UK anti-abortion movement: Gen Z.

In this documentary, Poppy Jay meets the young British people leading anti-abortion campaigns, asking difficult questions and fighting to end access to abortion. “Online, on campuses and on the streets, she finds a movement growing in confidence, profile and money.”

Poppy Jay is a broadcaster and BAFTA nominated director covering feminism, political uprising and challenging cultural perceptions. She is also one half of the award-winning podcasting duo for Brown Girls Do It Too.

Poppy Jay says: “Immersing myself in the UK Gen-Z anti-abortion movement was an eye opening experience. There was very little common ground and I think the abortion debate, with the way social media is being used as a weapon to polarise views, will continue to be one of the most divisive issues of not just our time but beyond.”

Daisy Scalchi, Head of Religion and Ethics, says: “This is rare and fascinating insight into a subject which fires up strong responses on each side. With her candour, charm and persistence, Poppy brings fresh eyes to the conversation about abortion, focussing on how young people especially are taking to the front line of the debate.”

Young, British and Anti-Abortion, a 1×60’ documentary for BBC One and iPlayer, is made by Firecrest Films. It was commissioned by Jack Bootle, Head of Commissioning, Specialist Factual and the Commissioning Editor is Daisy Scalchi, Head of Commissioning, Religion and Ethics. The Executive Producers are Nicole Kleeman and Vari Innes, and the director is Poppy Jay.