
Suzanna Hopwood, a member of the Stonewall Trans Advisory Group, said. “I am really pleased that the Government is making good on its commitment to review the Gender Recognition Act," she said. "Reform is one of the key priorities in our vision for removing the huge inequalities that trans people face in the UK. The current system is demeaning and broken.
“It’s vital that this reform removes the requirements for medical evidence and an intrusive interview panel, and finally allows all trans people to have their gender legally recognised through a simple administrative process. That’s what we’ll be calling for during this consultation, and I’m looking forward to seeing the law change soon after.”

“The 2004 Act was ground-breaking in giving trans people a way to have their gender legally recognised, but the process is in dire need of reform. We need a simple process which isn’t medicalised, intrusive or demeaning. We would urge the Government to ensure that all trans communities are consulted and to act quickly on their concerns."
Ruth Hunt, Chief Executive of Stonewall, said that the announcement of the consultation is "hugely encouraging", and urged for a simplification of the legal process for trans people. "The 2004 Act was ground-breaking in giving trans people a way to have their gender legally recognised, but the process is in dire need of reform," she continued. "We need a simple process which isn’t medicalised, intrusive or demeaning. We would urge the Government to ensure that all trans communities are consulted and to act quickly on their concerns." The government also announces plans to reduce gay blood donor restrictions ahead of the 50th anniversary of the partial decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales. More stories: ‘Queer as Folk’ celebrates 18th anniversary: Where are the cast now? Is a gay version of ‘Love Island’ in the works?