Before I had my own kids, it was easy to be self-righteous and pronounce judgement on parents whom I presumed to be making bad decisions. On seeing a crying toddler bribed with a bag of crisps or a baby in a buggy smeared with chocolate, I’d say to myself, “When I’m a mum I’ll never …
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Summer Bulletin 2021 Out Now!
Welcome to the summer bulletin! It’s great that we actually have some summer weather to coincide with this edition, and we hope that all our supporters are getting an opportunity to enjoy the splendid sunshine while it lasts! Whatever the British weather has in store, we are delighted to be able to say with confidence …
Mermaids and Stonewall call for free ‘gender self-identification’ for children
On Wednesday 17th March the Women and Equalities Committee heard oral evidence from several pro-trans groups, including: Nancy Kelley, Chief Executive Officer, Stonewall; Lui Asquith, Director of Legal and Policy, Mermaids; Cat Burton, Chair, Gender Identity Research and Education Society; Dr Jane Hamlin, President, Beaumont Society. The Committee is currently conducting an inquiry into the …
Spring Bulletin 2021 Out Now!
Welcome to our Spring Bulletin! The weather may still be making up it’s mind about whether it’s actually spring or not, but even if it’s still rather wintry and cold outside, you can keep warm inside and enjoy keeping up to date with our latest news, views and expert commentary. Whether this is the …
Controversial Scotland hate crime bill voted through by MSPs
The Scottish Government has passed its controversial Hate Crime Bill despite concerns being raised over its impact on freedom of speech. The new legislation creates a criminal offence of “stirring up hatred” against protected groups, on the grounds of religion, sexual orientation, age, disability and transgender identity. It expands on a similar race crime law …