UK Supreme Court rules the legal definition of a 'woman' refers to 'biological sex'

The UK's Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that UK law defines a "woman" as someone born biologically female, upholding an appeal by a Scottish group that challenged the legal recognition of transgender women. The ruling means a transgender person with a certificate recognising them as female should not be considered a woman under equality law.

Apr 16, 2025 - 11:00
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UK Supreme Court rules the legal definition of a 'woman' refers to 'biological sex'
The UK's Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that UK law defines a "woman" as someone born biologically female, upholding an appeal by a Scottish group that challenged the legal recognition of transgender women. The ruling means a transgender person with a certificate recognising them as female should not be considered a woman under equality law.

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