Apple has come under fire after approving an app for the iPad and iPhone that claims to cure homosexuality.
The app, which has been created by Christian group Exodus International, offers news, information and resources from the organisation that claims to address “unwanted same-sex attraction” through counselling.
The move has sparked outrage in the US, where it is available, triggering a petition of 88,00 signatures. The petition also raises concerns that Apple awarded the app a 4+ rating, which means it contains “no objectionable content”.
Ben Summerskill, chief executive of gay rights group Stonewall, said: “Apple might consider thinking about its customer base and the penchant many lesbian and gay people have for ethical consumerism when endorsing an offensive app like this.”
Apple has yet to comment on the issue, although last year, the company withdrew a similar app called Manhatten Declaration after a petition calling for its removal gained 8,000 signatures.
