A new ruling from the British high court means trans people under 16 will require legal approval before accessing puberty blockers, causing nationwide dismay for trans youth, many of whom have spoken out about the impact of the court’s decision.
Following the ruling, an NHS spokesperson said: “The Tavistock Centre [which houses the Gender Identity Development Services] have immediately suspended new referrals for puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones for the under 16s, which in future will only be permitted where a court specifically authorises it.”I News discussed the recent development with families of young trans people in the UK.