Dozens of children put at risk after gender care failures at GP clinic, inquiry finds

An NHS safety investigation found that the WellBN clinic in Brighton inappropriately prescribed gender transition medications to 78 children, including some under 13, between February 2023 and December 2025. Over 20 children received medication without a face-to-face appointment. Clinicians have been referred to medical regulators, and one doctor has been suspended. The clinic acknowledged the seriousness of the matter and pledged to provide safe care.