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Reform UK's Braverman Targets Equality Act, Faces Backlash

2/17/2026

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Braverman, Reform UK's new equalities chief, reiterated plans to repeal the Equality Act if the party wins the next election.
Braverman claimed current diversity policies harm white working-class boys' educational outcomes.
Braverman's comments on banning social transition in schools drew sharp criticism.
Critics, including equalities charities, warned that scrapping the Equality Act would remove protections for disabled people and LGBTQ+ individuals.

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Braverman, Reform UK's new equalities chief, reiterated plans to repeal the Equality Act if the party wins the next election.
Braverman claimed current diversity policies harm white working-class boys' educational outcomes.
Braverman's comments on banning social transition in schools drew sharp criticism.
Critics, including equalities charities, warned that scrapping the Equality Act would remove protections for disabled people and LGBTQ+ individuals.