Written questions

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: Women

Commons · Question 47436 · Tabled 23 Apr 2025 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 6 May 2025

Question

Asked by Rupert Lowe

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether their Department plans to amend its policies on access to (a) toilets, (b) changing facilities and (c) other single-sex spaces in (i) Departmental buildings and (ii) other buil

Answer

Answered by Daniel Zeichner, 6 May 2025

The Supreme Court ruling made it clear that the provision of single-sex spaces is on the basis of biological sex. Providers should note and follow the ruling. It is important that we ensure dignity and respect for all. Trans people should have access to s...