To ask the Minister for Communities when he will issue a formal response to the Study of Conversion Practices in Northern Ireland, published in May 2024.

The previous Minister agreed to award grant funding towards research into conversion practices, which is now complete and I have received the final report. The findings of the research can form part of an evidence base as the Department progresses to formulate policy around a ban. Further engagement with all those who have an interest in this issue will be required before legislative proposals are prepared. I am considering next steps in policy development and will make an announcement in due course.