""We have been told by some organisations that they intend to continue using this now unlawful code until the revised code is published, therefore allowing practices inconsistent with the law to persist," Falkner says in her letter. "Our updated code of practice accurately reflects the law and is informed by the two public consultations we ran to ensure it is as clear as possible.""
"Baroness Falkner asked that the current code be revoked "as soon as possible" now that Parliament has returned from its party conference recess, so "that courts, tribunals and duty bearers are clear that it is no longer to be relied on"."
""Approval of an updated code was "particularly urgent considering the spread of misinformation and misleading information on the law following the Supreme Court judgment which continues to circulate widely," she added."
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has sent ministers an updated code of practice on trans people's use of single-sex spaces and is urging prompt approval. The code clarifies how gyms, clubs and hospitals must assess access following the Supreme Court ruling in April. The watchdog shared the guidance with the Women and Equalities Minister six weeks ago, but ministers are still reviewing the 300-page document. The code requires ministerial sign-off and a 40-day laying period in Parliament before gaining legal force. Baroness Falkner warns that some organisations continue to rely on the now-unlawful previous code and calls for its revocation.
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