Christian teachers need clarity on transgender now

As the new school year draws near, promised government guidance on transitioning in schools has again been delayed. Lizzie Harewood says Christian teachers are growing concerned

The long-awaited government guidance on gender in schools, promised for Autumn 2022, has faced another setback, causing continued uncertainty among educators, students and the public. Christian teachers, central to this debate, are growing frustrated and, in some instances, fearful.

In May, I expressed optimism about the impending government guidance for teachers on transgender issues, hoping it would integrate the practical Cass Review and NHS interim service specification, both cautious about social transition (changing your name, pronouns, which toilet you use, etc).