The Equality and Human Rights Commission has issued a strong warning that the NHS must revise its gender policies regarding single-sex spaces following a Supreme Court ruling. The ruling clarified that under the 2010 Equality Act, a woman is defined by biological sex. In response, EHRC chair Baroness Kishwer Falkner stated that the commission would pursue action against the NHS if it fails to align its guidance. The NHS acknowledged the need for policy review, considering both legislation and the ruling, while the legality of Gender Recognition Certificates remains in question.
The EHRC has indicated that the NHS will be 'pursued' if it does not revise its gender policies in light of a recent Supreme Court ruling.
Baroness Kishwer Falkner emphasized the urgency for the NHS to update its guidance to align with the new legal interpretations regarding gender.
Despite the Supreme Court ruling, the validity of Gender Recognition Certificates remains in place, although their legal standing may be questioned in future litigation.
The NHS is reviewing its policies to reflect the new ruling on gender, with implications for areas like changing rooms and service provision.
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