gender identity
Wandsworth schools are implementing new RSHE guidance, while Newham discusses the Cass Review's impact on gender identity services.
Wandsworth schools are implementing new Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) guidance from September 2026, developed collaboratively with Richmond and Kingston Local Authorities. This updated guidance, which places greater emphasis on pupil engagement and transparency with parents, reflects the Department for Education's aim to address current issues, including those arising from electronic technologies.
Separately, Newham's Inner North East London Joint Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed the impact of the Cass Review on LGBTQ+ health services on 15 October 2025. A report presented to the committee included discussion of gender dysphoria and gender identity, providing updates on implementing the Cass Report's recommendations within Newham.
These discussions relate to gender identity, a person's internal sense of being male, female, both, neither, or another gender. The topic is being addressed in the context of school education and the provision of health services.
Key facts
- Wandsworth schools will adopt new RSHE guidance from September 2026. Source
- New RSHE guidance was developed by Wandsworth, Richmond, and Kingston Local Authorities. Source
- Newham's INEL JHOSC discussed the Cass Review on 15 October 2025. Source
- Dr Paul Gilluley presented a report on LGBTQ+ Health Services to Newham's committee. Source
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