In this powerful follow-on to The Great Gender Stalemate, Rikki Arundel explores why organisations are suddenly panicking about trans inclusion — and why they don’t need to. Drawing on the Girlguiding and Women’s Institute bans and the recent Peggie v NHS Fife judgment, Rikki shows that while the courts are offering nuance, political pressure groups are creating fear. The result is a chilling effect that leads well-meaning organisations to adopt policies that may actually increase their legal risk.
Rikki sets out a clear, practical framework for 2026: don’t police identity — manage behaviour. With simple, actionable steps, this article helps leaders write policies that are fair, lawful, and grounded in dignity. It’s a calm, sensible guide through a difficult moment — and a reminder that fairness isn’t complicated; it just takes courage.
In this powerful new article, speaker and gender inclusion expert Rikki Arundel explains why the UK’s long-running “gender wars” have suddenly stalled — and why this pause creates real challenges for employers. With the EHRC in disarray, the interim guidance withdrawn, and the Good Law Project case still pending, organisations are facing one of the most confusing legal landscapes in years.
Rikki highlights the influence of the Tufton Street network, the collapse of the political coalition that drove the culture war, and the growing role of the Free Speech Union in workplace disputes. They explain how the new Employment Rights Bill will reshape harassment law in 2026 and outline clear, practical steps for HR Directors, DEI leads and CEOs to stay safe, inclusive, and compliant. It’s an essential read for any organisation navigating sex, gender and dignity in the year ahead.
In this powerful and timely blog post, gender speaker and inclusion advocate Rikki Arundel exposes the misleading tactics of the gender-critical movement and highlights the growing consequences for trans people across the UK. Drawing on lived experience, current legal shifts, and a broader historical context, Rikki challenges leaders and managers to confront the real cost of policy rollbacks. With dignity, empathy, and clarity, this article reveals how trans exclusion is not only discriminatory but a warning sign for wider social regression. A must-read for anyone responsible for inclusion, equity, or workplace culture.
In this powerful blog post, trans and non-binary speaker Rikki Arundel calls attention to the rising tide of harassment facing the trans community in the wake of the UK Supreme Court’s ruling on biological sex. Drawing from protest meetings across the country, Rikki highlights the confusion, fear, and misinformation being spread—and urges individuals to report every hate incident. Backed by the Equality Act 2010, reporting is a vital way to resist discrimination and hold systems accountable. This article is both a call to awareness and a rallying cry for action during Pride Month and beyond.
In this compelling article, award-winning speaker and trans awareness educator Rikki Arundel challenges the UK Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the definition of sex under the Equality Act. Drawing on decades of experience shaping equality legislation, Rikki argues that the ruling misrepresents the original intent of the Act, undermines the Gender Recognition Act, and fuels a dangerous climate of fear and discrimination against trans and non-binary people. The article dissects the biased interim guidance from the EHRC and highlights the real-world consequences — from vigilante harassment to social exclusion — now facing gender non-conforming individuals. It ends with a rallying call to organisations to visibly support trans inclusion during Pride Month and beyond. This is essential reading for anyone concerned about human rights, workplace inclusion, or the integrity of equality law in the UK.
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