Government to Publish Draft Bill Banning Gay Conversion Therapy Next Spring

Gay conversion is still legal in the UK, why hasn't that changed?

The government has reiterated in the House of Commons and in direct statements to Sky News that a bill must not cover "legitimate psychological support" and "respect" the "role of teachers, religious leaders, parents and carers".

Gay Conversion Therapy Still Legal in UK Despite Seven-Year Pledges

As of 15 December 2025, conversion therapy remains legal in the UK, seven years after the first government pledge to ban the abusive practice. The pseudoscientific attempts to change or suppress a person's sexual orientation or gender identity continue unchecked, despite repeated commitments from successive administrations. Campaigners highlight that every delay exposes vulnerable LGBTQ+ people to profound harm, including depression and suicidal…

Why Is Conversion Therapy Still Legal In The UK?

It has been seven years since the United Kingdom government first promised to ban conversion therapy. Yet as we approach 2026, the practice remains legal. For many in the LGBTQIA+ community, this delay is not just political bureaucracy. It is a matter of safety and survival. The debate has stalled over complex arguments regarding freedom […]

Gay Conversion Is Still Legal In The UK, Why Hasn't That Changed?

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