New NHS England policy for trans people could have ‘a number of adverse impacts’, report finds
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the England category. Published on October 18, 2026 • Originally reported by Jessica Murray Social affairs correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the England category. Published on October 18, 2026 • Originally reported by Jessica Murray Social affairs correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Exclusive: rules on same-sex wards could lead to delays in care, discrimination and animosity between groups, finds internal assessment
Trans people could face delays and a greater risk of “corridor care” under new NHS England guidance that means they will no longer be able to use same-sex wards, according to an internal report.
An NHS England impact assessment, seen by the Guardian, stated that trans people may also potentially experience discrimination and this could lead to them “avoiding accessing healthcare at all”.
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