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22 September 2021

3982 GB adults surveyed

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Surrogacy is when a woman carries a pregnancy for another couple or individual. Currently in the UK, a surrogate is deemed the legal parent from birth, sometimes for months until a parental order is granted, regardless of genetics or any agreement. Do you think the surrogate or parents should be legally responsible for the new‑born?

Conducted 22 September 2021

YouGov surveyed 3982 GB adults

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51%
32%
Surrogacy is when a woman carries a pregnancy for another couple or individual. Currently in the UK, a surrogate is deemed the legal parent from birth, sometimes for months until a parental order is granted, regardless of genetics or any agreement. Do you think the surrogate or parents should be legally responsible for the new‑born?

Conducted 22 September 2021

YouGov surveyed 3982 GB adults

By:
17%
51%
32%

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