Legal Right

Use of Gendered Toilets

Is this considered a reasonable adjustment under UK Law?

Overview

Use facility of identified gender.

For Employees

You have the right to use the facilities of your affirmed gender. You should not be forced to use a disabled toilet.

For Employers

Do not police toilet usage. Adding a gender-neutral option is the best way to handle this for everyone.

Key Considerations

Gender neutral option is best addition.
Unisex cubicles.

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