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UK Supreme Court Ruling on Biological Sex Gains Strong Public Backing

Polling shows majority support for the decision defining 'woman' and 'sex' in the Equality Act as biological attributes, with implications for single-sex spaces, sports, and digital IDs.

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Susan Smith, left, and Marion Calder, of For Women Scotland, celebrate after the Supreme Court ruling last month

Overview

  • A YouGov survey of 2,106 adults found 63% support for the Supreme Court's April 2025 ruling that 'woman' and 'sex' in the Equality Act refer to biological sex.
  • The Equality and Human Rights Commission has issued interim guidance requiring facility access to align with biological sex, with no plans for formal enforcement measures.
  • Polling revealed 74% approval for sporting bodies banning transgender women from women’s competitions following the ruling.
  • Over half of respondents (52%) support recording biological sex on passports and driving licences, reflecting growing interest in sex-based digital IDs.
  • Labour voters are divided, with 50% backing the ruling, contrasting with vocal opposition from some Labour MPs and trans rights groups expressing concerns.