Britain’s Teaching Union Defies Supreme Court Ruling, Supports Trans Women’s Access to Female Toilets Amid NHS, Scottish Parliament Bans

Several taxpayer-funded councils and NHS hospitals across Britain have been reported to be flouting a recent Supreme Court ruling that defines 'woman' as a biological female, particularly in relation to access to female-only toilets. Despite the ruling, Britain's largest teaching union, the National Education Union (NEU), insists that trans women must be allowed to use ladies' toilets in schools. The NEU has voted to defy equality guidance and may provide legal support to transgender teachers seeking access to female lavatories. This stance has raised concerns about safeguarding in schools.

In Scotland, following the Supreme Court decision, trans women have been banned from female toilets in the Scottish Parliament. Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland's First Minister, expressed her concern over the ruling, emphasizing that trans women are still women. The issue has sparked ongoing debate about the rights of transgender individuals versus legal definitions and safeguarding policies in educational and public institutions.