Hungary Same-sex Couple Adoption 2020-11-24
2020-11-24
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Hungary is considering legislation that would reserve adoption for married heterosexual couples, making it very difficult for same-sex couples and single individuals to adopt. This move is part of a broader trend in Hungary towards restricting family definitions.
What representations has the government made to Hungary regarding its proposals to ban adoption by same-sex couples? The unacceptable development in Hungary is a worrying movement to define families as unions between heterosexual spouses and children, affecting LGBT rights.
The UK opposes all forms of discrimination. Our embassy monitors discussions in Budapest and has discussed these issues with Hungarian officials and civil society. The amendment to Hungary's Registry Act, passed in May, concerns us regarding transgender rights, and I raised our concerns with the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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The specific ask about impressing upon the Hungarian Government how unacceptable the legislation is was not directly addressed.
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Hungary's Registry Act amendment, passed in May, has raised concerns regarding the rights of transgender individuals.
This unacceptable development is a very worrying trend, part of a wider movement to restrict LGBT rights. Does the Minister agree that we must take every opportunity to impress upon the Hungarian Government how unacceptable this is?
We oppose all discrimination. Our embassy discusses transgender rights with senior government officials and civil society in Budapest. Concerns were raised about the Registry Act amendment's adverse impacts.
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The specific ask about impressing upon the Hungarian Government was not directly addressed, focusing instead on ongoing discussions.
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