Therapies that claim to convert gay people 's sexuality are to be banned in the UK as part of a broader plan to improve the lives of LGBT people . But she added there was "still a long way to go until we reach full equality". A national survey found that 2 % of the UK LGBT community have undergone the procedure , while a further 5 % have been offered it . The survey also revealed that more than two - thirds of LGBT people are afraid to hold hands in public . A £ 4.5 ##m ( $ 5.9 m ) , national action plan has been drawn up in response to the survey . A 16-week public consultation in England and Wales into gender reassignment has also been announced .
Therapies that claim to convert gay people 's sexuality are to be banned in the UK as part of a broader plan to improve the lives of LGBT people . A national survey found that 2 % of the UK LGBT community have undergone the procedure , while a further 5 % have been offered it . The survey also revealed that more than two - thirds of LGBT people are afraid to hold hands in public . A £ 4.5 ##m ( $ 5.9 m ) , national action plan has been drawn up in response to the survey . A 16-week public consultation in England and Wales into gender reassignment has also been announced .