The Scottish government has announced it will not pursue reforms to gender recognition legislation, initially a significant aspect of Nicola Sturgeon's agenda, following a recent Supreme Court ruling. This ruling upheld a challenge from the campaign group For Women Scotland, which argued transgender women with gender recognition certificates should not be included in the legal definition of a woman per the Equality Act 2010. Social justice secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville stated the government will adjust guidance accordingly and reaffirmed opposition to repealing the 2004 act. This decision reflects a shift under new leadership and a reluctance to engage in divisive debates.
The Scottish government has officially decided to drop its proposed changes to gender recognition legislation following a Supreme Court ruling, emphasizing the reassurance of the trans community.
In a significant shift, the Scottish government will not pursue the gender recognition reforms championed by Nicola Sturgeon, focusing instead on amending guidance related to existing laws.
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