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Feminism: Sex and gender discussions

Guidance for schools in BBC news

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WallaceinAnderland · 12/02/2026 15:05

'The legally-binding advice for all schools in England also says there are "no exceptions" for single-sex facilities, including toilets and changing rooms, with single-sex sports also protected.'

Vast Majority of parents should be told if pupils question their gender

A parent kneels in a modern kitchen, holding and comforting a school‑aged child who is wearing a uniform and a large backpack, as they share a close and supportive moment.

Tell parents if pupils question gender at school, government says

School leaders welcome the "greater clarity" on how to handle the polarising issue for parents and pupils.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2k809vnx0yo

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SingleSexSpacesInSchools · 12/02/2026 15:06

I think the head of my school is totally fucked.

😂😂😂😂 thank F for that at long last!!

DameProfessorIDareSay · 14/02/2026 09:05

BeKindWisely · 13/02/2026 19:45

Not RTFT so may have already come up-
This is bringing to mind that heated debate between Caroline Nokes and Kemi Badenoch about school trips and single sex accommodation etc a good few years ago.
Would love to see that again now in light of this.
Tried to find it but couldn't!

I can’t find the original parliamentary recording (no idea why, I can usually find these things!) but did find a YouTube clip:

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BeKindWisely · 14/02/2026 18:45

DameProfessorIDareSay · 14/02/2026 09:05

I can’t find the original parliamentary recording (no idea why, I can usually find these things!) but did find a YouTube clip:

Thanks Dame. That's the one. Yes, it's a shame there's not more of it available.

Even from this little clip though, CN's questioning seems very dated.

I'll keep looking for a longer clip too when I can.

I think it's always interesting to look back at memorable from an earlier stage to get a sense of progress.

DameProfessorIDareSay · 14/02/2026 19:26

It’s frustrating @BeKindWisely as all these committees are recorded and on the parliamentary website and I remember watching the whole thing!
I’ll keep looking…

WarriorN · 15/02/2026 07:24

Talkinpeace · 13/02/2026 19:48

Toilets in Oasis schools force girls and boys to use the same hand washing area.
Steve Chalke's schools are breaking the law.

Its going to be a massive job to bring them into compliance though.

and MANY schools have followed suit. Particularly in the last few years. Wrn research highlighted this.

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