The Department of Education (D0E) are running a public consultation on establishing the Child Protection Authority in England. The D0E is consulting on creating the Child Protection Authority (CPA), a national body to improve child protection. They propose the CPA as an expert, accurate, and decisive body. It will make the multi-agency child protection system
Read More ...The landscape of Relationships, Sex, and Health Education (RSHE) in England is continually evolving, with new statutory guidance set to become effective from 1 September 2026. This updated framework presents a crucial opportunity for schools to reinforce and deepen their commitment to an inclusive environment for all pupils, especially trans and gender-diverse young people. At
Read More ...For nearly 30 years, GIRES has been a trusted voice in trans research, education, and advocacy. From shaping inclusive training for professionals, to preserving decades of vital trans history, we’ve worked tirelessly to listen, represent, inform, support, and empower. Now, we’re asking for your help GIRES is facing serious financial pressure. Without urgent support, we
Read More ...On 1 September 2025, more than 100 partner organisations sent a joint statement to MPs across the UK. The letter calls for proper Parliamentary scrutiny of the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) forthcoming Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations. Why this matters If Bridget Phillipson, the Minister for Women and Equalities,
Read More ...The EHRC launched a consultation to gather the views of individuals, legal professionals and organisations on the proposed updates to the Code of Practice, following the Supreme Court’s judgement on For Women Scotland vs. The Scottish Ministers. The EHRC have stated that they will consider every response. GIRES Submission to the EHRC Consultation Information about
Read More ...The Equality and Human Rights Commission has launched a consultation to update its ‘Code of Practice’ following the Supreme Court’s judgement on For Women Scotland vs. The Scottish Ministers. The EHRC’s Code of Practice is primary guidance for employers, sporting bodies, schools, services open to the public (e.g. hospitals, restaurants, shops, refuges, pubs) and other
Read More ...The Supreme Court ruling has many widespread and harmful implications. GIRES stands in solidarity with trans, intersex and non-binary people as we work with other LGBTQ+ organisations to navigate what the full implications are. It is important to be reminded that the Supreme Court reaffirmed that the Equality Act protects trans people against discrimination on
Read More ...Trans+ History Week, a global week-long observance dedicated to celebrating the history of all gender diverse people, including trans, non-binary and Intersex people. See more about our history at A Legacy of Kindness. In light of this, GIRES was invited to attend the Surrey VCSE Alliance event in Guildford. This insightful and empowering event, designed
Read More ...We have been contacted by a number of people asking what our response is to the Supreme Court Ruling. While we work with others, we wanted to share the following personal experience of one of our members, as we feel it is important that people understand the impact the ruling has had. This message is
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