Reality TV star Ella Morgan, known from “Married at First Sight UK,” has openly criticized the recent government guidance for schools regarding trans students. Morgan, who is transgender, expressed concern that these guidelines could have suppressed her identity during her school years.
A Setback for Trans Youth The new policy, which was delayed multiple times, details how schools should handle social transitions, name changes, and access to gender-specific facilities. It controversially allows teachers to refuse using a student’s chosen pronouns and restricts primary-age students from using pronouns different from their sex at birth. Additionally, it limits access to single-sex spaces for students undergoing social transition.
Strong Reactions from LGBTQ+ Community The guidance has drawn criticism from LGBTQ+ charities and advocacy groups, who describe it as “chilling” and “actively dangerous.” Teachers have also voiced concerns, fearing the policy may harm trans students’ well-being.
Personal Impact on Morgan Morgan shared her personal experience of being allowed to use alternative changing facilities and play sports with girls, which she says greatly aided her sense of freedom. She worries that the new guidelines would deny current students similar support, emphasizing the need for government policies to listen to and understand the experiences of trans individuals.
