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Labour MP Challenges Parkrun's Trans-Inclusive Policies Amid Backlash

7/8/2025

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Labour MP Jonathan Hinder has taken a stand against Parkrun's trans-inclusive policies, calling for government action after a Supreme Court ruling defined "sex" as biological. Despite the criticism, Parkrun defends its commitment to inclusivity, allowing participants to self-identify their gender, even as it faces mounting pressure from anti-trans groups.

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Labour MP Jonathan Hinder has taken a stand against Parkrun's trans-inclusive policies, calling for government action after a Supreme Court ruling defined "sex" as biological. Despite the criticism, Parkrun defends its commitment to inclusivity, allowing participants to self-identify their gender, even as it faces mounting pressure from anti-trans groups.