by Federica Calabrò, The Parliament Politics
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Parliament holds off on banning trans women from female restrooms pending official guidance, sparking criticism from women’s rights groups and former MPs.
As reported by The Guardian, the House of Parliament will not ban trans women from using female lavatories, ignoring the Supreme Court’s recent gender decision.
What’s the House of Commons’ stance on trans lavatory rules?
A House of Commons spokesperson said they will await full EHRC guidance before reviewing any policies. It pledged to treat all individuals inclusively, a stance mirrored by the House of Lords.
When asked about rejecting EHRC guidance, the Commons declined to answer.
The Common’s spokesman stated,