Good Law Project Ltd & Others v Commission for Equality and Human Rights [2026] EWHC 279 (Admin)
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What This Authority Covers
Judicial review brought by the Good Law Project and individual claimants (BOT, BNW, BBS) against the EHRC, challenging its interim guidance published after the For Women Scotland Supreme Court judgment. Health and Safety Executive, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Minister for Women and Equalities, Welsh Ministers, and Scottish Ministers joined as interested parties. Sex Matters intervened.
When Relevant
Understanding the evolving regulatory landscape post-FWS. Relevant when advising on how to interpret the EHRC's revised guidance and codes of practice.
Key Provisions
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holding-1 FrameworkChallenges to EHRC interim guidance post-FWS
The Good Law Project challenged EHRC interim guidance issued post-FWS. The case raised questions about the scope and lawfulness of EHRC guidance on single-sex exceptions.
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holding-2 FrameworkScope of EHRC's statutory remit in issuing guidance
The case examined the scope of the EHRC's statutory remit in issuing guidance on the interpretation of the Equality Act, particularly post-FWS.
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holding-3 FrameworkInteraction between FWS judgment and practical workplace/service guidance
The case addressed the interaction between the FWS Supreme Court judgment and practical workplace and service delivery guidance issued by the EHRC.