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Fri, December 13, 2024

Macron picks centrist Bayrou as French PM in bid to end political instability


Published on 2024-12-13 12:01:06 - BBC
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  • President Emmanuel Macron has named centrist leader Fran
  • ois Bayrou as France's next prime minister, in a bid to end months of political turmoil. A Macron ally, Bayrou is a mayor from the southwest and leads the MoDem party. The president's task is to ensure he lasts longer than his predecessor.
The article from the BBC discusses the ongoing debate over the use of puberty blockers for transgender youth in the UK. Following a review by Dr. Hilary Cass, which highlighted uncertainties about the long-term effects of these treatments, the NHS decided to restrict the use of puberty blockers to research settings only. This decision has sparked a range of reactions: some see it as a cautious approach to protect children from potential unknown risks, while others, including transgender advocates and some medical professionals, view it as a setback for transgender healthcare, arguing that it limits access to necessary treatments. The article also touches on the broader implications for transgender youth, their families, and the medical community, as well as the political and social debates surrounding transgender issues.

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