Legislation: Sex

(asked on 23rd April 2025) - View Source

Question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, whether she plans to review cross-Departmental (a) legislation and (b) guidance to ensure compliance with the Supreme Court’s ruling on the definition of biological sex.


Answered by
Nia Griffith Portrait
Nia Griffith
Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Wales Office)
This question was answered on 28th April 2025

The Supreme Court’s ruling has brought clarity and confidence for women and single-sex services providers. The Government will work closely with the EHRC as they develop definitive guidance. All government departments should follow the clarity the ruling provides.

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