Gender dysphoria

Researchers and the UK regulator say the study is going to help improve care for children questioning their gender.

Those taking part in the study will be children under 16 who are going through puberty.

NHS probes Brighton GP practice over gender care for under-18s and a support line has been launched.

The government is "actively reviewing" private prescriptions of cross-sex hormones for under-18s, the High Court hears.

Wilma Creith underwent gender reassignment surgery back in 1980 but died just three days later.

The doctors' union had previously signalled it was critical of a review into gender identity services.

A temporary ban on the sale or supply of puberty blockers has been extended to cover Northern Ireland.