My comment to BBC Oxfordshire on Monday's motion about the EHRC Code of Practice and Trans Rights: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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'Oxford has the highest density of transgender and non-binary people outside of London, according to the census.
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The proposals were put forward by Oxford Green Party councillor Dr Max Morris, who said they would help the trans community feel safe at a time when "moral panic" had led to "harassment and discrimination". Photo of Max with caption: Dr Max Morris put forward a motion recommitting the council to following trans-inclusive policies Morris said there had been "a lot of uncertainty and a lot of confusion" about what the updated EHRC guidance meant'
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'Morris said they hoped by the city council showing leadership in supporting the trans community, other businesses, local authorities and community groups would follow suit.
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"The real issue here is the uncertainty for an already marginalised minority group, but also for local businesses, charities, public service providers including Oxford City Council," they said. "How on earth are we supposed to navigate this when the guidance is so unclear?" Photo of public toilets with caption: Some public toilets in Oxford are already gender neutral'