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Mumsnet Faces Fallout Over Equality Act Stance as Ocado Issues Apology

The Supreme Court's ruling on defining 'woman' by biological sex has reignited debates, with Mumsnet defending its platform and Ocado apologizing for a contractor's remarks.

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Justine Roberts has spoken out after the Supreme Court’s judgment

Overview

  • The UK Supreme Court ruled that 'woman' under equality law refers to biological sex, allowing for the exclusion of transgender women from single-sex spaces if proportionate.
  • Mumsnet's 2024 manifesto, which called for legal clarification of 'sex' in the Equality Act, led to advertiser boycotts, including Ocado and Barclays withdrawing support.
  • Ocado apologized unreservedly to Mumsnet, attributing earlier 'hateful political views' comments to a former temporary contractor no longer with the company.
  • Mumsnet CEO Justine Roberts revealed the platform faced significant financial and reputational challenges but maintained its commitment to open debate on women’s and trans issues.
  • Public sector and corporate entities are now preparing to revise guidance following the Supreme Court ruling, with discussions on implementing the decision ongoing.