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Michael Armstrong
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Continually in transition, so just as soon as I get round to writing this description it will be out of date. Currently wrangling python code to monitor TV subtitles.

Also to be found at @[email protected]
Reposted by Michael Armstrong
Streeting was this week talking about the completion of the "data linkage" study proposed by Cass, which would pick through the lifetime medical history of anyone who had ever attended GIDS, without express permission being given.

In the light of this, suggest you consider an opt out.
Streeting confirmed in parliament today that the "data linkage" study is still underway and will be completed.
As far as I know the SI that Sajid Javid used is still in force till 2027? Presumably there are still folks working on that “data linkage” study that gives access to the medical records of anyone who ever was referred to GIDS.
December 19, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Also, this "Healthcare providers should also consider, where reasonably practicable, alternative or additional facility options for those who express genuine privacy or safety concerns, while ensuring these do not discriminate against trans and non-binary people." GCs can use other facilities...
December 19, 2025 at 12:49 PM
I nearly cried reading this. It is just so straightforward and factual, yet I can't help thinking of it as a backlash against Streeting's bigotry.
December 19, 2025 at 12:41 PM
And that is before the enshitification process has even started!
December 19, 2025 at 12:32 PM
So the BBC is confirming that this bigotry is their official editorial line.
December 18, 2025 at 8:06 AM
Striking similarity to the abstinence-based sex education message.
blogs.surrey.ac.uk/sociology/20...
A legacy of fear-based messaging: From ‘Just Say No’ to ‘Think Before You Share’ | Department of Sociology
blogs.surrey.ac.uk
December 18, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Reposted by Michael Armstrong
There is also much *more* evidence against the Cass Review's puberty blocker recommendations now than when I gave evidence to the UK Commission in October 2024. New research continues to demonstrate benefits, professional organisations continue to recommend use, Cass is increasingly critiqued.
What’s wrong with the Cass Review? A round-up of commentary and evidence
[last updated 15/10/25] Wednesday 10 April 2024 saw the long-awaited publication of the final report of the Cass Review. This report was commissioned by NHS England, and provides a review of eviden…
ruthpearce.net
December 17, 2025 at 8:54 AM
December 17, 2025 at 12:40 PM