Some migrants coming to the UK will need to speak English to an A-level standard under tougher new rules set to be introduced by the government. The changes, which will come into force from 8 January ...

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Conversion therapy ‒ the practice of attempting to alter someone's sexual orientation or gender identity through a variety of methods ‒ has long been debunked by scientists, doctors and survivors ...

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A majority of Supreme Court justices on Tuesday seemed likely to side with a Christian counselor challenging bans on LGBTQ+ “conversion therapy” for kids as a violation of her First ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. California and other states forbid licensed counselors from encouraging gay or transgender teens to change their ...

The Supreme Court appeared receptive to a landmark challenge to a Colorado law banning "conversion therapy" for children questioning their sexuality or gender identity. More than half the states have ...

The Supreme Court’s decision in a case challenging Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for minors would have implications for many states with similar laws. By Amy Harmon It was in 2012, three years ...

Chiles petitioned the high court to determine whether the law “censors certain conversations between counselors and their clients,” violates free speech protections. Both Chiles and conservative court ...

Colorado and over 20 other states have banned the practice aimed at changing the sexual orientation or gender identity of young people. Ann E. Marimow Reporting from Washington A central question for ...

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LATEST: In Colorado case, Supreme Court skeptical about bans on conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ kids A Colorado case going before the U.S. Supreme Court this week could set nationwide precedent for ...