Qld close to apology over forced adoptions

THE Queensland government says it is close to joining the growing list of states and territories that have apologised to victims of forced adoption.

Victorian Premier Ted Baillieu on Thursday apologised in parliament for the practice, which was widespread across Australia from the 1950s to the 1970s.

An estimated 150,000 babies around the country were taken from their mothers, who were mostly young and single.

NSW, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the ACT have formally acknowledged the hurt caused by forced adoptions.

Queensland Communities Minister Tracy Davis says her government will announce the date of its apology in coming weeks.

"Public submissions are being carefully considered and event planning around the apology is under way," Ms Davis said in a statement to AAP.

The acknowledgement will be read out during a sitting of the Queensland parliament.

All those affected by forced adoptions will be invited to attend but Ms Davis said seats would be limited.

People will also be able to watch the occasion live online.

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