Barclays Bank is set to revisit its internal policies on restroom usage for trans women in light of a Supreme Court ruling that interprets the 2010 Equality Act's definition of 'sex' as relating solely to biological sex. Even though trans individuals remain protected from discrimination, the Supreme Court's interpretation could lead to significant changes in workplace policies. Barclays has indicated a willingness to adapt to the new guidance from the Equality and Human Rights Commission, which emphasizes the implementation of single-sex restrooms in workplaces. As a result, trans women may be relegated to using disabled or men’s facilities.
"We will make any changes to our practices that are necessary to ensure we are compliant with legal requirements and we are reviewing the Supreme Court's recent ruling."
"From an LGBT+ perspective, we want to ensure people can use the facilities that align with their gender identity, which was part of our previous policy."
"The top judges ruled that the protected characteristic of 'sex' refers to biological women and not transgender women."
"Barclays' previous policy of allowing trans women to use toilets that align with their gender identity will be scrapped, leaving them to use disabled facilities or the men's."
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