The newly-launched Let Us Pray campaign, led by The Christian Institute, has urged the Government not to cave into the demands of activists who want to use the ban to attack the theology of Bible-believing churches.
At present, the proposals include introducing a new offence for ‘talking therapies’ involving under-18s in any circumstance and adults who have not given informed consent.
Minister for Equalities, Mike Freer MP, said: “Our proposed package of measures will not impact everyday religious practice and we are clear that private prayer of course could not be considered to be conversion therapy. The freedom to express the teachings of any religion will not be affected by the ban, and there should be no doubt that individuals will still be able to access support and counsel from religious leaders.”
But can a parent stop their young teen from going on puberty blockers? Can a therapist adopt a ‘wait-and-see’ approach with a gender-confused teen or adult?
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