Third report- Reform of the Gender Recognition Act
Select Committee
Women and Equalities Committee
HC 977
21 December 2021
Government response
Fifth special report - Reform of the Gender Recognition Act: Government response to the Committee’s Third Report · published 24 Mar 2022
Recommendations & Conclusions
3 results
1
Recommendation
Accepted
Para 31
We consider the reduction in the fee for a Gender Recognition Certificate from £140 to...
Recommendation
We consider the reduction in the fee for a Gender Recognition Certificate from £140 to £5 to be a step in the right direction. This new nominal amount will however contribute virtually nothing to the running of the Gender Recognition …
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Government Response Summary
The government rejected the claim that the £5 fee reduction was 'tokenistic', explaining that it allowed for quick implementation via secondary legislation, unlike full removal which would require primary legislation. They noted a significant increase in GRC applications since the fee reduction, demonstrating its positive impact.
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2
Recommendation
Accepted
Para 39
We welcome the move to offer applicants a digital route.
Recommendation
We welcome the move to offer applicants a digital route. This will bring the process up to date with other Government services, which can be accessed online. The Government must ensure it is a system that can be accessed via …
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Government Response Summary
The government accepted the recommendation, confirming the digitised GRC application process is in its testing phase and will be operational by summer 2022. It assured the system's accessibility on smartphones and mobiles, and committed to retaining a paper-based application process for those who prefer it.
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Recommendation
Accepted
Para 190
NHS England should also consider more appropriate and effective responses and services to patients facing...
Recommendation
NHS England should also consider more appropriate and effective responses and services to patients facing lengthy waiting list times than the current communications. This must include access to trans/gender non-conforming inclusive or specific mental health services. The GEO, DHSC and …
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Government Response Summary
The government accepted the recommendation, committing DHSC to provide annual updates on pilot clinics and their impact on waiting times. It outlined new pilot clinics for holistic care, including psychological services, established regional professional support services, and allocated an additional £500 million for mental health services to address waiting times and workforce.
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