Health Secretary Wes Streeting is actively reviewing the private prescription of cross-sex hormones for young people, with an expert panel expected to report in July. This review follows the government’s decision in December to halt the prescription of puberty blockers to those under 18. Lady Justice Whipple dismissed a campaigner's request for a judicial review and stated that it was reasonable for the government to prioritize its review on puberty blockers before addressing the use of cross-sex hormones. Concerns are also emerging regarding private and overseas providers prescribing these medications.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting is reviewing private prescriptions of cross-sex hormones for minors, following a High Court case that dismissed calls for an immediate judicial review.
Lady Justice Whipple noted the government's staged approach, questioning first the protocols around puberty blockers before addressing cross-sex hormone prescriptions.
Private and overseas providers prescribing cross-sex hormones for under-18s are also under scrutiny as health officials consider alternative legal mechanisms.
The health officials' review stems from a December announcement halting puberty blockers for under-18s, reflecting growing concerns over adolescent gender treatment.
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