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The recent Supreme Court ruling in For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers was intended to make the law clearer. However it is evident that for many in our communities and for organisations such as ours it has created real uncertainty (and there are already signs of some of its negative impacts), with lawyers, activists, and communities still working to understand its full impact. There are growing concerns about the harm it could cause to marginalised groups.
Since Eastside Community Trust took over the running of the centre we have tried to honour that legacy at the same time as improve the physical space for all and nurture a culture of understanding and valuing each other and our shared humanity.
At Eastside Community Trust, we are committed to making our spaces welcoming, inclusive, and safe for everyone. As a practical first step, we are re-designating the ‘ladies’ toilets on the second floor as a gender-neutral toilet. Longer term, we have new plans to renovate all our toilets and signage, with £100,000 of grant funding applications pending to support this work. This isn’t just about toilets — it’s about standing up for dignity, respect, and belonging.
