Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:52am on 17 Apr 2025,Thursday International
The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the terms “woman” and “sex” in the 2010 Equality Act refer to biological sex, not legal gender. Independent MP Rosie Duffield called the decision a “victory for feminists,” asserting it protects women’s rights without affecting trans rights. However, Scottish Green MSP Maggie Chapman warned the ruling could “stoke the culture war” and endanger access to services for trans individuals. The judgment follows an appeal by For Women Scotland, which welcomed the decision. While Lord Hodge emphasized protections for trans people remain, critics fear the ruling may embolden discriminatory actions and rollback of rights. (PC: Reuters)
