Proposed Reforms to UK Surrogacy Law Spark Ethical Concerns

The UK government is currently considering significant overhauls to its surrogacy laws, with a potential response from the Department of Health and Social Care expected soon. The Law Commission has recommended a new pathway for domestic surrogacy, allowing open advertising by surrogate organizations for both intended parents and surrogates, as well as by lawyers and counselors. Critics express concern over the implications of these changes, emphasizing the risks of increasing predatory behavior and the potential for exploitation of women. Additionally, there are fears that these reforms may dangerously blur the line between altruism and commercialism in surrogacy arrangements, much to the unease of various stakeholder groups.