§ Mr. Peter Bruinvelsasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he will now bring in immediate legislation to outlaw surrogate motherhood; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeWe are aware of the widespread and deep concern about the activities of commercial surrogacy agencies. The Government are considering urgently what action should be taken.
§ Mr. Peter Bruinvelsasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received about surrogate motherhood since 4 January.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeTo date we have received four written representations including one from my hon. Friend. The Government are very much aware of the widespread and deep concern about the activities of commercial surrogacy agencies.
§ Mr. Greenwayasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he has any plans to introduce legislation to forbid surrogate motherhood.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeThe Government are aware of the widespread and deep concern about the activities of commercial surrogacy agencies. We are considering urgently what action should be taken.