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Hymenoplasty
16 March 2022
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the government's intention to ban hymenoplasty in the UK.
Action Requested
The government has announced its intent to introduce legislation creating a criminal offence of hymenoplasty, alongside prohibiting virginity testing. This decision follows recommendations from an Independent Expert Panel and aims to protect vulnerable women and girls from honour-based abuse.
Key Facts
- The Government announced its intention to ban hymenoplasty in December 2021.
- An Independent Expert Panel recommended banning the procedure after reviewing clinical and ethical aspects.
- Legislation will create a criminal offence for hymenoplasty with no medical exemptions allowed.
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