Category: Scotland

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Gender recognition reform bill passes first stage in Scottish parliament

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In a major win for trans rights, Scotland’s landmark Gender Recognition Reform Act has passed its first round of voting. Back in March, the Scottish government introduced plans to “improve” the process of getting a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC) for trans people. Under the inclusive bill, trans people 16 and older would be able to obtain the aforementioned gender-affirming document. The new legislation would also amend the Gender Recognition Act 2004 and introduce new criteria for applicants to follow. Among the proposed changes, individuals would no longer be required to…

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Scotland to become first country to provide free period products

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Scotland has become the first country in the world to legally protect the right to access free period products. The Period Products Act comes into effect from Monday 22 August. Councils and education-providers across the country will now be legally required to ensure free sanitary products are available to those that require them. The law was initially proposed by Labour MSP Monica Lennon. In 2020, it was unanimously approved by the Scottish parliament. In the same year, free period products were rolled out in all primary and secondary schools. Lennon…

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Church of Scotland finally votes to allow same-sex marriages

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The Church of Scotland has voted to allow parish ministers and deacons to marry same-sex couples if they wish to do so. The motion passed by 274 commissioners in favour to 136 against at the 2022 General Assembly of the Church of Scotland on 23 May. Church law will now be changed to enable parish ministers, known as Ministers of Word and Sacrament, and deacons to apply to be able to conduct same-sex ceremonies. No one will be required to participate in a same-sex marriage unless they explicitly want to,…

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Scottish government reveals plans to “simplify” system of changing gender identity

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The Scottish government has introduced plans to “improve” the process of how trans people apply for a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC). The Scottish Gender Recognition Reform Bill strives to make it easier for trans people to change their gender identity and has reduced the minimum age of applicants from 18 to 16. Scotland’s bill proposes to amend the Gender Recognition Act 2004 and introduce new criteria for applicants who wish to obtain a GRC, which is required to be legally recognised as their changed gender. Once an individual has a…

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EHRC: Here’s why the equality watchdog is under fire for its stance on trans rights

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The post EHRC: Here’s why the equality watchdog is under fire for its stance on trans rights appeared first on GAY TIMES. Go to Source Author: Conor Clark

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Articles Education LGBTQ+ inclusive teaching LGBTQ+ News Life News Scotland

Scotland becomes first country to require teaching of LGBTQ+ history in schools

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Scotland has made history by becoming the first country in the world to make teaching LGBTQ+ history in schools mandatory. All school staff will have access to a toolkit of LGBTQ-inclusive teaching resources from the week commencing 20 September, as well as having to take a basic awareness e-learning course. In addition to this, there will be an array of inclusive lesson plans and support materials made available to those working in education. There will also be a website full of resources to support young people launched in a bit…

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Scotland gives schools guidance on how to support trans children

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Scotland has issued new guidance to schools telling teachers how to create a safe and welcoming environment for trans children. Released by Scotland’s Learning Directorate, the advice informs those working in education that students should be allowed to learn in a supportive environment – regardless of their gender or pronouns. One of the key areas highlighted by the guidance is that students of all ages should be allowed to use the bathroom that matches their gender. Teachers are also asked to address students by the correct name and pronouns, as…

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Three men arrested after horrific attack on two gay men in Edinburgh

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Three men have been arrested after a recent physical assault incident on two gay men in Edinburgh. The horrific attack took place around 9:20 pm on 30 July in the city centre with numerous onlookers In an interview with the Edinburgh News, an eyewitness recalled a group of four men kicking, spitting and punching the two men. After the assault the assailants robbed them and ran off. The two victims, who were revealed to be married, are aged 33 and 30. “It was unprovoked entirely – the gay men did…

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