NHS puberty blocker trial for children approved
Controversial NHS trial will study effects of puberty blockers on children's brains. Professor Emily Simonoff says she's 'very proud' to lead landmark research amid legal threats.
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Seven UK Areas Get Facial Recognition Vans
Seven additional UK police forces will deploy facial recognition vans, expanding controversial surveillance technology funded by the Home Office. Discover the full list of areas affected.
Hundreds of under-10s referred to gender services
Exclusive NHS data shows nearly 600 children aged nine and under have been referred to gender identity services, with medical professionals raising serious concerns about the implications for vulnerable young people.
STEM careers still perceived as 'boys' clubs'
New research reveals persistent gender stereotypes in STEM fields, with careers in science and technology still perceived as masculine domains, creating barriers for girls and women.
Pakistan's period tax challenged in landmark legal case
A groundbreaking legal battle in Pakistan sees a determined young lawyer taking on the government over controversial taxes on menstrual products, fighting for gender equality and essential healthcare access.
Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash
Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.
New EHRC Gender Guidance: Business Compliance Explained
The Equality and Human Rights Commission releases crucial new guidance helping businesses navigate sex and gender equality laws in the workplace and service provision.
Trans activists plot to disrupt women's rights march in Edinburgh
Women's rights campaigners in Scotland face organised opposition from trans activists planning to 'drown out' their Edinburgh march, prompting calls for First Minister John Swinney to uphold sex-based protections.
BBC under fire over biological males in women's toilets policy
The BBC is embroiled in controversy as internal documents reveal staff concerns about home working guidelines permitting biological males to use female facilities, despite Supreme Court gender rulings.
Icelandic women strike for equality on 50th anniversary
Thousands of Icelandic women are walking out of workplaces and homes in a powerful 24-hour strike marking five decades since the groundbreaking 1975 protest that changed the nation.
Welsh Parliament expands to 96 members in historic deal
Labour and Plaid Cymru reach groundbreaking agreement to increase Senedd members from 60 to 96, implementing gender quotas and reforming electoral system in historic Welsh political reform.
Olympic boxer's 94-second KO sparks gender debate
French boxer Imane Khelif scores lightning-quick knockout in just 94 seconds during her return to the ring, reigniting discussions about gender verification in Olympic boxing following previous controversy.
UK Tech Initiative Amplifies Women's Voices
The Guardian launches major initiative to amplify women's experiences in UK technology, tackling gender disparity and shaping the future of the industry.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
Scottish mothers win gender law challenge victory
A group of Scottish mothers has won a significant legal victory against the Scottish Government's controversial gender recognition reforms, drawing comparisons to the Post Office scandal drama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office'.
Afghan migrant wins gender case against German authorities
In a landmark ruling, a German court has ordered authorities to recognise an Afghan migrant as female despite physical characteristics typically associated with males, sparking intense debate about gender identity and immigration policy.
UK bans transgender women from female prisons
New government guidelines prevent transgender women from being housed in female prisons regardless of gender recognition status, prioritising inmate safety after concerning incidents.
UK Supreme Court rejects transgender rights appeal
Britain's highest court has rejected a landmark case seeking to expand transgender rights, dealing a significant setback to gender recognition reform efforts across the UK.
Christian foster parents lose licence over gender policy
A Christian couple from the West Midlands have lost their foster care licence after objecting to a council's gender identity policy that required them to use alternative pronouns for children.
Girl Child 2025: The Unfinished Equality Battle
As we approach International Day of the Girl Child 2025, new data reveals both progress and persistent challenges in girls' education, safety, and rights worldwide.
EU plan: Children can choose gender from age 6
Explosive EU legislation could allow children as young as six to change their legal gender without medical approval, raising concerns about cross-border implications for British families.
Gender stereotypes limit children's career dreams by age 7
Groundbreaking research shows children as young as seven are narrowing career options due to persistent gender stereotypes, with concerning implications for future workforce diversity.
Choose Your Baby's Gender Through Timing? Experts Reveal
Groundbreaking research suggests the timing of conception could influence whether you have a boy or girl. Discover the science behind this controversial method that's dividing medical experts.
Sturgeon attacks JK Rowling over trans debate 'fixation'
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon accuses author JK Rowling of obsessing over transgender issues in explosive new clash between Scottish political and literary giants.
Women in Public Life: The Unseen Burden of Scrutiny
Exploring the hidden challenges women face under the public microscope and how systemic sexism continues to impact gender equality in modern Britain.
Mother's heartbreaking gender disappointment confession
An emotional mother shares her raw story of gender disappointment after discovering her baby's sex, revealing the complex feelings and societal pressures surrounding pregnancy expectations.
Canada introduces gender-neutral 'X' passports
Canada launches groundbreaking gender-neutral passport option with 'X' marker, marking significant LGBTQ+ rights advancement while former US administration resisted similar reforms.
Labour Minister: Trans Athletes Should Compete in Women's Sports
Labour's shadow minister Anneliese Dodds faces backlash after insisting transgender women should compete in female categories, raising concerns about fairness in women's sports across Britain.
NHS halts routine puberty blocker prescriptions
Exclusive: Labour supports NHS England's decision to halt routine puberty blocker prescriptions outside research settings, marking a significant shift in youth gender care policy.
School history 'minimises women's role', report finds
A major new study finds that women's pivotal roles in history are being systematically minimised in UK classrooms, with lessons overwhelmingly focused on male figures and narratives.
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