Liverpool council policy banning conversion therapy

Civil Rights and Equity England 3 Minutes Read ยท published February 12, 2026 Flag of England

Introduction

Liverpool, England has taken public positions opposing conversion therapy and supporting LGBT+ rights at the municipal level. This guide explains the current policy position of the council, what legal instruments have been published by the city, how enforcement and reporting are handled in practice, and practical steps residents can take if they or someone they know are affected.

Scope and Legal Status

There is no standalone Liverpool bylaw titled or numbered as a city-wide ban on conversion therapy currently consolidated on the citys public legislative pages; the council has adopted motions and policy statements expressing opposition and directing council services not to fund or provide conversion therapy. Where the council has recorded policy positions these appear as council motions or equality statements rather than a statutory local ordinance. Current as of February 2026.

Liverpool City Council has publicly supported actions to end conversion therapy but has not published a single enforceable local bylaw with specified fines.

Penalties & Enforcement

Because Liverpools position has been recorded through motions and policy statements rather than a named municipal bylaw on the citys consolidated code, specific penalty figures and enforcement mechanisms are generally not laid out on a single authoritative bylaw page.

  • Fines: not specified on the cited page.
  • Escalation (first/repeat/continuing offences): not specified on the cited page.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: where applicable, councils commonly rely on administrative remedies such as stopping council-funded contracts, service suspensions, or referral to safeguarding and professional regulators; Liverpools published motions do not list specific orders or seizure powers.
  • Enforcer and complaints: complaints and concerns are generally directed to the councils equality or safeguarding teams and, where criminal conduct is alleged, to the police; exact enforcing department and contact channels are provided on Liverpool City Council service pages.
  • Appeals and review: time limits and appeal routes are not specified on a single municipal bylaw page and will depend on the enforcing instrument if one is used; where decisions affect licences or contracts, statutory review routes and tribunal appeals may apply.
If you face immediate danger or a criminal act, contact emergency services without delay.

Applications & Forms

No single licensing application or bylaw form for a conversion therapy ban is published as a Liverpool municipal permit; the councils public records do not show a named form or fee tied to a local statutory ban as of February 2026.

Actions Residents Can Take

  • Report concerns to Liverpool City Council equality or safeguarding teams following the councils report channels.
  • Raise complaints with professional regulators if a registered health or counselling professional is involved.
  • Contact the police for any conduct that may amount to a criminal offence.
  • Seek support from local LGBT+ support services and national helplines for advice and advocacy.
Municipal policy motions express intent but are separate from enforceable statutes unless enacted into a bylaw or regulation.

FAQ

Does Liverpool have a law banning conversion therapy?
No, Liverpool City Council has passed motions opposing conversion therapy and set policy positions, but a single enforceable local bylaw with specified penalties is not published on the councils consolidated bylaws pages as of February 2026.
How do I report an instance of conversion therapy in Liverpool?
Report to Liverpool City Councils equality or safeguarding team and, if appropriate, to the police; seek support from local LGBT+ charities for immediate assistance.
Are there fines or criminal penalties under Liverpool law?
Specific fines or criminal penalties tied uniquely to a Liverpool bylaw are not specified on the councils public policy pages; criminal matters may fall under national law or professional regulation.

How-To

  1. Identify the nature of the incident and, if present, any immediate safety risk; call emergency services if someone is in immediate danger.
  2. Collect non-confrontational evidence: dates, times, who was involved, and any written materials or communications.
  3. Contact Liverpool City Councils equality or safeguarding team to report the concern and ask for guidance.
  4. If a registered professional provided the service, consider contacting their professional regulator to report misconduct.
  5. Seek support from local LGBT+ support organisations for advocacy, counselling and next steps.

Key Takeaways

  • Liverpool has publicly opposed conversion therapy via council motions but has not published a single city bylaw with specified penalties as of February 2026.
  • Complaints are directed to council equality and safeguarding teams and, where relevant, to police or professional regulators.
  • If affected, collect evidence, report through official channels and seek local LGBT+ support services.

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