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Chancellor will remain for all of Parliament, Downing Street says


Published on 2025-01-13 17:20:46 - BBC
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  • Chancellor Rachel Reeves will remain in her role "for the whole of this Parliament", Downing Street has said, as she faces criticism over the falling pound and rising government borrowing costs.

The article from BBC News discusses the ongoing debate over the use of puberty blockers for transgender youth in the UK. Puberty blockers, which delay the physical changes of puberty, have been a point of contention due to concerns about their long-term effects on bone density, brain development, and fertility. The NHS has decided to limit the routine prescription of these drugs to transgender children, following a review that highlighted uncertainties about their safety and efficacy. This decision has sparked a divide among medical professionals, with some arguing that the blockers provide crucial time for young people to explore their gender identity without the pressure of unwanted physical changes, while others, including the review's author, Dr. Hilary Cass, emphasize the need for more research due to potential risks. The article also touches on the emotional and psychological impact on transgender youth and their families, as well as the broader implications for transgender healthcare policy in the UK.

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[ https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c897vw5w7p8o ]
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