Gender: are we failing our children?

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Children have been let down by a lack of research and "remarkably weak" evidence on medical interventions in gender care, according to a landmark report. The Cass Review, by paediatrician Dr Hilary Cass, calls for gender services for young people to match the standards of other NHS care. She says the "toxicity" of the debate around gender meant professionals were "afraid" to openly discuss their views. NHS England says it has already made significant progress in making changes. Nicky Campbell asked 5 Live listeners – are we failing our children when it comes to gender?