‘Gay conversion therapy’ ban creeps closer

Nicola Laver  |  UK & Ireland
Date posted:  1 Jun 2021
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‘Gay conversion therapy’ ban creeps closer

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A ban on so-called gay conversion therapy has come a step closer in three of the four nations of the United Kingdom.

The Queen’s Speech set out plans for a consultation to take place on how a ban might be introduced in England and Wales.

In Northern Ireland, prohibition has moved a step closer after the Assembly passed a motion in favour of a ban.

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