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A Backward Step in Trans+ Rights

By Kelly Allen

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A Backward Step in Trans+ RightsThe recent Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition of a woman has led to fear, anger and division within our society. Trans+ people’s rights is a subject very close to our hearts, so we wanted to give our perspective and explain why we all need to stand together. Let’s look at what’s happened and how you can become a Trans+ ally in these uncertain times.

Before you read on, it’s worth taking a moment to understand the implications of recent announcements. Following the Supreme Court’s ruling, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) published guidance on how the UK will force the segregation of Trans+ people in public spaces. Ultimately, this has led to their human rights being removed. People across our community are terrified and sadly some have attempted to take their own lives.

Supreme Court ruling explained

The UK Supreme Court ruled that the definition of someone’s sex meant their ‘biological sex’. They even went as far as defining a ‘Lesbian’ by saying they must be assigned female at birth (AFAB) and be attracted to another AFAB. Their transphobic rhetoric went on to say that any other definition was ‘meaningless’ and that inclusion of trans women is having a negative impact on lesbians. However, in reality, most lesbians disagree with the decision.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) followed the ruling by publishing abhorrent guidance that recommends segregating Trans+ people. They have instructed businesses and organisations to manage public single-sex spaces by creating mixed-space bathrooms, washing and changing facilities for Trans+ people to use. This includes workplaces, schools, hospitals, shops and restaurants.

Overnight, these rulings and interim guidance have turned Trans+ people into a segregated community. Let’s stop there for a moment and consider the term ‘segregation’. If this guidance is made statutory, then it could be the biggest human rights disaster since racial segregation. Having been brought up in South Africa, I know all too well what the term ‘apartheid’ actually means and the damage to society it will cause.

What does the EHRC guidance say?

The EHRC guidance defines a trans woman as a ‘biological man’, and a trans man as a ‘biological woman’, which means:

  • “Trans women… should not be permitted to use the women’s facilities, and trans men… should not be permitted to use the men’s facilities…”
  • “In some circumstances the law also allows trans women… not to be permitted to use the men’s facilities, and trans men… not to be permitted to use the women’s facilities”
  • “however where facilities are available to both men and women, trans people should not be put in a position where there are no facilities for them to use”
  • “where possible, mixed-sex toilet, washing or changing facilities in addition to sufficient single-sex facilities should be provided”
  • “where toilet, washing or changing facilities are in lockable rooms (not cubicles) which are intended for the use of one person at a time, they can be used by either women or men”

Why should Trans+ people be segregated? The guidance even states even if a Trans+ person has a gender recognition certificate, the new guidance will still apply.

How you can support the Trans+ community

I cannot believe that in 2025 we’re even considering segregating any part of our community. Alongside my amazing husband, AJ, we are protesting this ruling. We recently stood outside Leicester Town Hall for a public demonstration to show our unwavering support to a community that’s under threat. And there are ways that you can support our cause too.

Become a Trans+ Ally

Over the coming weeks, we are asking local businesses to stand with us and to show their support for the Trans+ community. We have already started to build up a list of trans supportive local businesses, based on our personal knowledge and recommendations from the trans community.

In the future we would like to supply these businesses with a badge in your business, shop or store to show that you are a safe space for Trans+ people.

Transgender Support Group in Hinckley

One of the ways we also provide help to our local community is through the Transgender Support Group. Our group is open to everyone – trans, non-binary, gender non-conforming, questioning, and all those exploring their identity.
We’re committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment, where everyone is respected, supported and celebrated for who they are. You don’t have to have it all figured out, just bring yourself, a friend or a family member. Let’s stand together and fight this awful ruling.

The Transgender Support Group, Trans In Hinckley, meet on the second Wednesday of the month at Electric Chapel in Hinckley. Get in touch, call 07854 819736 or contact us via Facebook.

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