The Wolfenden Report

The Wolfenden Report, published in 1957 in the UK, was a landmark document that examined the legal and moral aspects of homosexuality and prostitution. It recommended decriminalizing homosexual acts between consenting adults and emphasized that private behavior should not be subject to state intervention, advocating for personal freedom. The report sparked significant societal debate and ultimately influenced changes in laws regarding homosexuality in the UK. Its assertion that the law should not interfere in private matters helped shift public attitudes and lay the groundwork for future reforms in LGBTQ+ rights.