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Arguments against cloning

Cloning reduces the value of the individual child;

Cloned individuals are likely to have developmental disorders / health problems

Cloning is an expensive process and the money could be better spent on other types of healthcare;

Cloning may be done for the wrong reasons eg. to replace a lost loved one.

Arguments for cloning

Identical twins are formed by cloning so it is a natural process;

Cloned embryos can be tested for genetic disease;

Cloning increases the chance of children for infertile couples;

cloning research may lead to spin-offs for other research areas such as cancer / transplant research;