1998

15-12-1998: Huge rise in ICSI but half of all babies still come from multiple births

The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) today published its 1998 Annual Report, revealing a steady rise in IVF treatments and success rates as a result of a technique introduced four years ago.

10-12-1998: Paid egg sharing to be regulated, not banned

The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) today announced its decision not to ban the system of paid egg sharing. Specific guidelines will be prepared for the next edition of the Code of Practice. In addition the HFEA announced that it will continue to allow payments of up to £15 for egg and sperm donors for the foreseeable future.