Disappointment at Girlguiding Policy Excluding Trans Girls

That the Parliament is concerned by the recent decision by Girlguiding UK to ban trans girls and young women from joining its groups; notes that this change follows a Supreme Court ruling on the interpretation of sex in equality law, but believes that this policy undermines the principles of inclusion and equality that Girlguiding has upheld for many years; recognises what it sees as the harm that this decision will cause to trans young people and their families, as highlighted by organisations such as TransActual; notes that Girlguiding has stated that it made this decision “with a heavy heart”, and calls on the organisation to reconsider what it considers this exclusionary approach and work with stakeholders to ensure that all young people, regardless of their gender identity, can access opportunities for friendship, adventure and personal development.