The Conservative Party's new Vice-Chair for Women has hit back after members of the abortion lobby criticised her appointment. Ms Caulfield, who will be responsible for increasing the representation of women in the party, has opposed so-called "decriminalisation" of abortion, which would effectively remove nearly all regulations on the practice. Polling suggests the majority of women support her opinion, but her appointment caused a storm among activists on Twitter and in some parts of the secular media. BPAS, Britain’s largest abortion provider, tweeted that it was "incredibly disappointed" with the decision. It also criticised Ms Caulfield for saying she wanted to be a "voice for the unborn child" and questioned her suitability for her new role.