It’s absurd for this Government’s proposed guidance to suggest that schools need to seek clinical advice if a young person wants to change their name, uniform or hairstyle.
Being trans is not a medical condition nor is it an unwanted life outcome to be guarded against, it is a healthy way that many people choose to express themselves.
All young people need safe and supportive schools yet this Government’s proposed guidance risks leading to trans young people being outed to their families against their wishes.
As it stands, this guidance does nothing to help schools to include trans pupils – nor to address the epidemic of anti-trans bullying promoted by misogynist influencers.
We will be taking time to carefully consider the Government’s proposals and respond to this consultation in full.