Women's rights4 days agoBanned from football at home, Afghan women's team reunite 8,000 miles awayWomen in the team, which is recognised by Fifa, say football has given them freedom and independence.4 days ago4 days agoNew guidance on single-sex spaces comes into forceThe code covers spaces open to the public, such as toilets and changing rooms in England, Wales and Scotland.4 days ago31 Jul 2026Amnesty apologises to JK Rowling's sexual violence support centre The centre, funded by the Harry Potter author, had threatened Amnesty with legal action after it was labelled "anti-rights".31 Jul 202631 Jul 2026Unions to boycott Labour women's conference over trans banThe BBC understands the ban goes against long-standing policies on trans inclusion in most unions.31 Jul 202619 Jul 2026Tribunal rules woman not unlawfully discriminated against over beliefsSara Morrison claimed she was forced out of her job at Belfast Film Festival for her views on sex and gender.19 Jul 202615 Jul 2026JK Rowling's sexual violence support centre demands apology from AmnestyAn Amnesty report which classed Beira's Place as "anti rights" has been removed, but the support centre demands further action.15 Jul 202614 Jul 2026Amnesty 'regret' over criticism of JK Rowling's sexual violence support centreThe human rights charity had characterised the women-only service in Edinburgh as "anti-rights". 14 Jul 202625 Jun 2026Statue honours 'remarkable' woman 'hidden' from historyElizabeth Andrews was one of the most influential Welsh female activists of the early 20th Century.25 Jun 202623 Jun 2026Trans inmates leaving women's prisons following court rulingJohn Swinney confirms he will not appeal the judgement that prisoners should be housed according to biological sex.23 Jun 2026...
