Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:44am on 16 Apr 2025,Wednesday International
In a landmark ruling, the UK Supreme Court has declared that the legal definition of a woman under the Equality Act 2010 is based on biological sex. The decision follows a legal dispute between the Scottish Government and advocacy group For Women Scotland. While reaffirming protections for transgender individuals, the court stated that sex-based rights apply to those biologically female, rejecting the notion of “certificated sex.” Campaigners say the ruling clarifies who can access women-only spaces and services. The court emphasized that trans people remain protected under gender reassignment provisions, and can still claim discrimination based on perceived gender identity. (PC: BBC)
