The Independent has highlighted growing inequality in NHS‑funded fertility treatment across England, featuring contributions from The Fertility Alliance, Progress Educational Trust (PET), and The British Fertility society (BFS).
Our Chief Executive, Gwenda Burns, said:
“Whether you can access treatment, what provision you’ll receive and under what conditions is fundamentally inequitable.”
“The number of cycles is crucial because, although it might sound obvious, the more cycles someone has, the higher the chance overall that they will have a baby. Clinically, multiple cycles increase the overall chance of a live birth. Reducing from three to one dramatically lowers the cumulative probability of success.”
NICE fertility guidance should be implemented consistently across England. Evidence‑based recommendations exist to ensure fair, safe and effective care yet too many people still face postcode‑dependent criteria and limited access.
Together with our partners, we’ll keep campaigning for equitable and acceptable access to fertility treatment across the UK so no one faces fertility challenges alone. Read the full article
