By Russell Palmer of RNZThe proposed law banning conversion therapy practices is not strong enough, some submitters have argued, and needs work to ensure it will do what it aims to. "There's also nothing stopping an Attorney-General in 10 to 15 years being close to an organisation which does conversion practices, or a church, and refuse prosecution. Definitions: Intention to change or suppressVUW Rainbow Law Students Society submitters Claire and Natalie suggested changes to the definition of conversion practices in the bill. "As it currently stands, trans and non-binary people are still vulnerable to conversion practices under this exemption." Young Nats submitter Stephanie-Anne Ross said prohibiting conversion practices did not impact on religious freedom.

Source: New Zealand Herald September 16, 2021 03:33 UTC