UNISON is carefully considering the implications of the judgment from the Supreme Court regarding the legal definition of sex, in relation to the Equality Act 2010, for its members and policy.
The union is also reviewing its materials to ensure they remain legally accurate and inclusive. It will take time to consider thoroughly all the potential implications, as the judgment runs to 88 pages. The Equality Commission expects to publish its new statutory code of conduct by the summer.
UNISON supports and represents the legal rights of women and trans people so they are not subjected to discrimination or harassment either in the workplace or in wider society.
The union will continue to advocate for these rights within the framework of the law. UNISON will consider how best to support and accommodate the needs of women and trans people in light of the court’s decision.
As stated by the Supreme Court, its judgment should not be read as a triumph of one or more groups in society at the expense of another and UNISON, as the leading equalities union, will continue to promote the workplace rights of women, trans and LGBT+ workers.
Employers and other organisations should not overreact to this judgment. The union also recognises that as the implications of the judgment are worked through, members may be affected by the uncertainty of their situation.
UNISON will provide support as necessary to any members who are affected by this. Harassment, intimidation or intolerance are never acceptable.
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