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Iceland's proposed circumcision ban: could it happen in Australia?

A baby undergoes Bris, a Jewish circumcision ceremony, in San Francisco
A baby undergoes Bris, a Jewish circumcision ceremony, in San Francisco Source: AAP

Iceland is examining legislation calling for a ban on male circumcision until the boy is old enough to make the decision for himself. The move has dismayed religious groups, but supporters say they are trying to protect the rights of the child.


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By Andrea Nierhoff, Rashida Nour

Presented by Jasna Novak Milic

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Iceland is examining legislation calling for a ban on male circumcision until the boy is old enough to make the decision for himself. The move has dismayed religious groups, but supporters say they are trying to protect the rights of the child.



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