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    UK Supreme Court says 'woman' refers to biological sex under equality laws

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    Posted on April 16, 2025

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    Last updated: January 24, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    The UK Supreme Court ruled that 'woman' refers to biological sex under equality laws, affecting transgender rights and legal definitions.

    UK Supreme Court Ruling on 'Woman' and Biological Sex

    LONDON (Reuters) - The United Kingdom's top court on Wednesday upheld an appeal by a campaign group on whether transgender women are legally women under equality legislation, ruling that the law referred to a "biological woman and biological sex".

    (Reporting by Michael Holden and Sam Tobin; Editing by Kate Holton)

    Key Takeaways

    • •UK Supreme Court rules on biological sex definition.
    • •Transgender women not legally recognized as women under equality laws.
    • •Decision impacts gender equality legislation.
    • •Campaign group's appeal upheld by the court.
    • •Legal implications for transgender rights in the UK.

    Frequently Asked Questions about UK Supreme Court says 'woman' refers to biological sex under equality laws

    1What is the main topic?

    The UK Supreme Court's ruling on the definition of 'woman' as biological sex under equality laws.

    2What was the court's decision?

    The court decided that 'woman' refers to biological sex, not including transgender women under this definition.

    3Who reported the news?

    The article was reported by Michael Holden and Sam Tobin, with editing by Kate Holton.

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