Respect & Dignity

Name/Pronoun Change on IT

Is this considered a reasonable adjustment under UK Law?

Overview

Update email/slack.

For Employees

You do not need a Gender Recognition Certificate to change your name at work. IT systems should reflect your identity.

For Employers

"Deadnaming" in systems causes daily distress. It costs nothing to update an email alias display name.

Key Considerations

  • GDPR correct records.
  • Old name is "deadnaming".

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