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'Woman' means female from birth: UK SC rules in landmark equal rights case

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 16 April 2025 ()
Scotland's highest court ruled that the Equality Act's definition of 'woman' and 'sex' refers solely to biological females, siding with For Women Scotland. This decision impacts the interpretation of legal protections for women, clarifying that the Act's provisions are intended for those born female.
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