Home Secretary Yvette Cooper condemned anti-trans graffiti found on statues during a London protest against a Supreme Court ruling that defined 'sex' as biological. The protest, attended by thousands, called for trans rights amid concerns over potential negative impacts on the trans community. The Metropolitan Police is investigating the vandalism and emphasized support for lawful protest while denouncing criminal actions. Cooper welcomed the investigation and plans to strengthen laws to protect memorials. Statues affected included those of notable figures like Winston Churchill and Nelson Mandela, tagged with supportive messages for trans rights.
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper condemned the graffiti tagging statues during the trans rights protest in London, labeling the messages of trans solidarity as 'disgraceful.'
The Met Police is investigating the vandalism of several statues after a protest sparked by the Supreme Court's ruling that defined 'sex' under the Equality Act as biological.
Met Police chief Stuart Bell declared the graffiti as 'senseless and unacceptable,' emphasizing that while protests are supported, criminal actions spoil the city for everyone.
Yvette Cooper expressed intentions to enhance the law protecting memorials, aligning with the view that acts of vandalism must be addressed while respecting protest rights.
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