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Launch a Public Inquiry into transphobia in the national media.
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7,503 signatures
What the petition asks
In 2017 the government launched a consultation into reform of the Gender Recognition Act 2004. This sparked an increase in media reporting that dehumanises trans people, undermines transgender communities, whips up hate, and prevents legal reform.
Transgender people are now exposed to significant hate.
On 27/06/19 the BBC revealed that recorded hate crimes against transgender people had increased by 81% since 2016/17.
Many news groups continue to allege that trans people are a risk to others, and misrepresent the law.
On 27/06/19 the BBC revealed that recorded hate crimes against transgender people had increased by 81% since 2016/17.
Many news groups continue to allege that trans people are a risk to others, and misrepresent the law.
Timeline
| 29 Jul 2019 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 6 Nov 2019 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
7,503
Status
Closed
Opened
29 Jul 2019
Closed
6 Nov 2019
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.