The U.K. Supreme Court unanimously decided that transgender women do not qualify as women under the 2010 Equality Act, limiting their legal protections. This ruling affects access to women-only spaces and services for transgender individuals, such as charities and sports. The Scottish government previously advocated for broader protections through gender recognition certificates. Despite acknowledging protections against discrimination for transgender people, the court's decision shifts the legal understanding of sex and gender identity, reflecting growing tensions around transgender rights and women's rights in the UK.
"The ruling clarified that the term sex in Britain's 2010 Equality Act only applies to biological women, impacting transgender women's access to services and spaces."
"Lord Patrick Hodge stated that the ruling was not a victory for either side, noting that law still protects transgender people against discrimination and harassment due to gender reassignment."
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