Hilary Cass warns Kemi Badenoch over risks of conversion practices ban

Paediatrician who led review of gender identity services says any new law must not create problems for professionals

Kemi Badenoch, the women and equalities minister, was warned about the risks of a planned ban on conversion practices by the doctor who reviewed gender identity services for under-18s.

Leading paediatrician Dr Hilary Cass said she had been really clear" with the cabinet minister that any plans for a change in the law would have to avoid creating problems for professionals.