Courts: Women

(asked on 6th May 2025) - View Source

Question to the Ministry of Justice:

To ask His Majesty's Government, following the decision of the Supreme Court in For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers [2025] UKSC 16 on 16 April, what plans they have to establish dedicated spaces in court buildings for people of the female biological sex, including judges, magistrates, court staff, victims and members of the public.


Answered by
Lord Ponsonby of Shulbrede Portrait
Lord Ponsonby of Shulbrede
Lord in Waiting (HM Household) (Whip)
This question was answered on 20th May 2025

The Supreme Court ruling made it clear that the provision of single-sex spaces is on the basis of biological sex. Providers and Government Departments should note and follow the ruling.

It is important that we ensure dignity and respect for all. Trans people should have access to the services they need, in keeping with the ruling.

The Government is considering the implications of the Court’s judgment, including what this means for courts and other government buildings. How court proceedings will be dealt with under the Court’s ruling will be a matter for the judiciary.

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