Government proposals on gender recognition act

In the run up to the 2017 General Election the Conservatives made a pledge if elected to government to reform the Gender Recognition Act making it easier for Trans people to legally register in their gender.

Progressive politics like this from a Conservative Government are unusual and campaigners should be wary of the true agenda. As a result of the proposal there has been some disagreement from campaign groups normally associated with the promotion of equality. Division amongst equality campaigners is good news for the Conservatives and campaigners should be mindful of this potential agenda.

Conference notes that the current Gender Recognition Act does not meet the needs of those it was introduced to afford rights to. Conference welcomes the opportunity to amend the Gender Recognition Act but also that Trans is a complex issue.

The Government has stated their intent to enter a consultation phase around the reform of the Act and there will be opportunity for the Trade Unions to make submissions. Conference calls on the Executive Council to ensure that the LGBT Committee in their advisory capacity are at the core of any recommended submission from the FBU.