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Campaigners warn of Supreme Court ruling impact on trans people

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Campaigners warn ruling could have "dire consequences" for safety of trans people.

Judges ruled on Wednesday that a woman is defined by biological sex under equalities law.

Kerrie Meyer , who had gender reassignment at the age of 72 , criticised the ruling and said it would set back progress.

Scottish Greens MSP Maggie Chapman said trans people are now worried that "people are coming after their right to exist".

Regan claimed it was a "victory for women across the country" Regan said current gender self-identification laws jeopardised "the safety, privacy and dignity" of women and girls.

An updated code of practice by the EHRC expected to be laid before Parliament before summer recess.