Author: Rachel

Rachel Walters

(she/her) Rachel is a trans woman, former civil servant and retired member of a Search and Rescue (SAR) team. She has interests in trans healthcare research and legal issues and is part of our investigative team. Rachel is also a member of her local Police Independent Advisory Group.

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Urgent Concerns Mount Over EHRC Guidance: A Step Back for Equality? A new guidance from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), following the Supreme Court hearing of For Women Scotland v Scottish Ministers, has sparked significant concern and controversy. If, as rumoured, this guidance aligns with earlier interim and draft versions, it could potentially have a devastating effect on the rights and well-being of trans people and other women who do not fit stereotypical presentations. This isn’t just a minor tweak; it’s a serious erosion of protections and a misinterpretation of the law itself. Numerous organisations and individuals have…

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