Julie Bindel Julie Bindel

Germany’s gender madness is a worry for women everywhere

Protestors gather in Berlin as the Gender Self-Determination law comes into force (Getty)

Germany has gone further than most countries in failing to stand up to the relentless march of transgender ideology. Its Self-Determination Act, which comes into effect today, makes it far easier for people to change gender. The law enables Germans to alter their name and gender, or even have the gender marker removed altogether, on official records. Those who intentionally disclose someone’s ‘dead’ name or legal gender could face fines of up to €10,000 (£8,000).

The Self-Determination Act is a worrying moment for women everywhere

November 1 is a dark day for feminists and those who fear that men will now be able to encroach upon women-only public spaces. In response to this horrific situation, women have organised protests in several countries, such as the one I attended outside the German Embassy in London. One of the speakers was the indomitable Maya Forstater, and so many of the groups that have been fighting against the introduction of gender ideology, including Transgender Trend and a number of other feminist organisations, were present.

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