Tasmanian surrogacy inquiry welcomed

This media release was issued by the TGLRG on April 1st, 2008.

The Tasmanian Gay and Lesbian Rights Group has welcomed a parliamentary inquiry into recognising altruistic surrogacy in Tasmania, announced today by State Upper House member, Lin Thorp.

Spokesperson, Rodney Croome, said that the law should recognise the right of women to become surrogates for whoever they wish.

"Altruistic surrogacy allows childless same and opposite-sex couples to receive the gift of parenthood, often from close friends or relatives", Mr Croome said.

"The proper role of the law should be to respect, support and protect these arrangements."

Responding to claims that children need a father and a mother Mr Croome said,

"It's love that makes a family - study after study has shown that the gender of the parents is irrelevant."

For the Tasmanian Government announcement visit http://www.media.tas.gov.au/release.php?id=23380

For more information contact Rodney Croome on 0409 010 668.