Sinn Fein health spokesman apologises for praising biological definition of women as 'common sense'

Sinn Féin's health spokesperson, David Cullinane, has drawn criticism after he praised a UK Supreme Court ruling that defines women solely based on their biological sex. Cullinane characterized the decision as a 'common sense judgement' and advocated for its examination in the context of Irish law. The ruling could potentially result in the exclusion of transgender women from certain equality protections, prompting a national conversation about the balance between biological definitions and transgender rights.

David Cullinane, Sinn Féin's health spokesman, acknowledged the importance of the UK Supreme Court ruling, referring to it as a ‘common sense judgement’ regarding the definition of women.

Cullinane suggested that the implications of the ruling should be carefully considered in Ireland, prompting discussions around the protection of transgender rights in relation to biological definitions.

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