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Written question asked by Lord Lipsey (Labour) on Monday, 13 December 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 29 December 2021. It was answered by Baroness Stedman-Scott (Conservative) on Friday, 17 December 2021 on behalf of the Women and Equalities.

Conversion Therapy: Transgender People

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the proposals set out in their consultation document Banning conversion therapy, published on 29 October, whether the ban will apply to attempts made to change a person from being transgender to not being transgender.

Answer

We want all LGBT people to be free to be themselves and remain committed to banning conversion therapy. The ban on conversion therapy will protect everyone and will apply to attempts to change a person to or from being transgender.

Under our proposals, people who are transgender or are exploring their transgender status, including under 18s, will remain able to access the support they need from qualified health professionals without change. Parents and teachers will, of course, continue to be able to have conversations with young people or others about whether they are transgender or not. It is important that people are able to have open and explorative conversations that allow them to come to the right decision for themselves.

We will work with the relevant authorities to ensure that our legislative interventions operate effectively.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL4896
Session
2021-22
Related items
Banning Conversion Therapy: Government Consultation
Friday, 29 October 2021
Command papers
House of Lords
House of Commons
Subjects
Conversion therapy Transgender people
Link
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