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A BBC investigation throws new light on the historical use of electro-shock therapy on gay men and women

A BBC investigation throws new light on the historical use of electro-shock therapy on gay men and women

Update: 2025-12-05
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The BBC understands that the government will investigate the historical use of electric shock treatment in NHS hospitals which aimed to change people's sexuality. Also: The government has been outlining its strategy to reduce the number of children living in poverty by more than half a million by 2030. And Washington hosts a theatrical draw for next year's football world cup.

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A BBC investigation throws new light on the historical use of electro-shock therapy on gay men and women

A BBC investigation throws new light on the historical use of electro-shock therapy on gay men and women

BBC Radio 4