Emergency contraception

Where to get emergency contraception

Emergency contraception is mainly prescribed by a doctor but can sometimes be given out by a nurse or pharmacist by prior agreement with the doctor. It's free for women of any age (including under 16s) from:

• Any GP providing contraceptive services (not just your own).
• Community Contraception Clinics (family planning clinics).
• Brook (Brook Advisory Centres) - for under 25s only.
• Some hospital Accident and Emergency Departments.
• Some sexual health (GUM) clinics.
• From some pharmacies. Some pharmacies provide free emergency contraception to women of all ages, including under 16s. You can buy it from most pharmacies if you are 16 or over.