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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Helena Horton and Jessica Murray

Customers of UK-owned surrogacy firm in Mexico allegedly face huge bills after insurance denied

Pregnant woman touching her belly
The Department of Health and Social Care is considering whether UK-based provider My Surrogacy Journey should remain listed on gov.uk. Photograph: FG Trade/Getty Images

The UK government has said it is reviewing allegations about a British-owned surrogacy service after surrogates in Mexico who faced health complications including a hysterectomy had their insurance claims rejected.

The Department of Health and Social Care is considering whether the UK-based provider My Surrogacy Journey should remain listed on gov.uk as one of four domestic surrogacy agencies available to intended parents, after its Mexican sister company received complaints.

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