Movement for an Adoption Apology

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ITV News – 13th May, 2026

Please note that this report contains outdated language which some may find offensive.

Breaking news…

Keir Starmer says his instinct is to apologise…

MAA Press Release – 27th March, 2026

For immediate use

Following their investigation into historic force adoption practices during the second half of the last century, we welcome the report published by the Education Select Committee.

Comprising evidence from academic experts and the testimony of lived-experience survivors, the report exposes the appalling treatment meted out to mothers and adoptees and reveals the lifelong aftermath of such practices.

For any apology to carry real meaning it must be co-authored with survivors. The Education Committee Report makes it clear that this is vital, together with the need for appropriate reparation and support measures for all affected – details of which have been submitted to the Education Select Committee by campaigners.

We are grateful for the kindness, diligence and compassion which has been clear throughout this process and now look to the government to take proactive and comprehensive action – with the participation and collaboration of lived-experience survivors, as they formulate the measures we need to support a full, formal, unqualified apology.

These matters must be addressed with sensitivity to acknowledge the many injustices that took place and meet the needs of survivors.

An apology is long overdue.

For further information, please contact:
Diana Defries
maa.adoptionapology@gmail.com
www.movementforanadoptionapology.org

Education Select Committee, 2026

The Education Select Committee has been taking evidence in relation to Historical Forced Adoption and the many related issues.

We are grateful for the kindness, diligence and compassion which has been clear throughout this process and now look to the government to take appropriate and comprehensive action with our participation and collaboration in formulating the measures we need to support a full formal unqualified apology.

Full details here.

2026 – February

Are you waiting for me to drop down dead?

Sarah Corker of ITV News explores the difficulties and obstacles experienced by adult adoptees who wish to see their records which they are entitled to do.