HFEA statement: Court judgment handed down in group consent case

A spokesperson for the HFEA said:

“This judgment concludes the case brought forward by 15 different sets of applicants where, for different reasons, the legal consent to store their eggs, sperm, or embryos within the timeframes laid out in law had run out. All applicants sought a declaration from the Court that it was lawful for their gametes or embryos to remain in storage. The HFEA did not oppose any of these applications.

“It’s important that clinics and patients keep in contact with each other, even if treatment took place several years ago. Maintaining two-way communication will help ensure that up-to-date contact details are kept on clinic systems and that patients respond when contacted by their clinic.

“If you have eggs, sperm or embryos in storage and have any concerns or queries, please contact the clinic directly where they are stored.”

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