Coram Chambers barrister quoted in OCCRP investigation
Dr Bianca Jackson, barrister with Coram Chambers, has been quoted in a new investigative article by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP).
The article examines the recent collapse of the commercial surrogacy agency, World Center of Baby.
Agency bankruptcy leaves families and surrogates in hardship
In February 2026, World Center of Baby announced it was filing for bankruptcy. As a result, surrogates and prospective parents faced disruption and loss.
Many surrogates were left without support or payment. Hopeful parents struggled to secure custody of children or recover their funds.
Investigation highlights lack of clarity and regulation
Reporters found that the agency’s ownership and operations were unclear. Key details, such as its corporate structure and financial situation, remain unknown.
Legal experts, including Bianca, told OCCRP that the case exposes ongoing vulnerabilities in the global commercial surrogacy sector. In particular, the lack of clear regulation and the legal challenges faced in cross-border arrangements are of concern.
Read the full article
For further detail, read the OCCRP’s full investigation.
