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Thursday, July 13, 2006

UK Fertility Clinics May Begin Treating Singles and Lesbians; Fathers Unnecessary

As the family unit continues to unravel, fathers are on the verge of becoming extinct, at least as far as fertility clinics are concerned. The role of father is, at best, to be considered optional.

"Ministers have given the clearest indication yet that fertility clinics will no longer be able to refuse treatment to single women and lesbians."

Public Health Minister Caroline Flint said there was "probably not a case" for keeping "the need for a father" clause in new fertility rules.