Virginia 🏳️⚧️ trans ally 🏳️⚧️ she/ her
@virtuallyv.bsky.social
Nerd. Loves: books. Hates: right-wing politics. Married.
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Recently I talked to a woman who had been raped about cross examination. She went into a catatonic state for 15 mins, then asked me to hold her hand, and then began to cry. We discussed whether she should refuse to give evidence - even though it would mean he got off.
And now this 👇🏻
And now this 👇🏻
November 13, 2025 at 6:25 AM
Recently I talked to a woman who had been raped about cross examination. She went into a catatonic state for 15 mins, then asked me to hold her hand, and then began to cry. We discussed whether she should refuse to give evidence - even though it would mean he got off.
And now this 👇🏻
And now this 👇🏻
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Our Christmas limited edition bars are calling your name! Black Forest, Speculoos, or Mulled Wine. Which one will you unwrap first? We say skip the decision and try them all. 🍫🎄
November 12, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Our Christmas limited edition bars are calling your name! Black Forest, Speculoos, or Mulled Wine. Which one will you unwrap first? We say skip the decision and try them all. 🍫🎄
Reposted by Virginia 🏳️⚧️ trans ally 🏳️⚧️ she/ her
Says the dude swimming in donations - or are they investments - from private healthcare interests. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
British Medical Association ‘threat to future of NHS’, says Streeting ahead of doctors’ strike
Health secretary accuses doctors’ union of ‘cartel-like behaviour’ and tells it to ‘get real’ over pay demands
www.theguardian.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Says the dude swimming in donations - or are they investments - from private healthcare interests. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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A careful, and compelling analysis, of how the Equality Act operates post the awful Supreme Court decision, from the woman who guided the Act through Parliament. www.linkedin.com/pulse/does-e...
Does the Equality Act ban trans women from women's services?
Following the Supreme Court’s ruling in For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers (FWS) on 16 April this year that “sex” in the Equality Act 2010 (EA2010) means biological sex, there has been si...
www.linkedin.com
November 12, 2025 at 9:18 AM
A careful, and compelling analysis, of how the Equality Act operates post the awful Supreme Court decision, from the woman who guided the Act through Parliament. www.linkedin.com/pulse/does-e...
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We're in court today and tomorrow, taking on the EHRC's (now withdrawn) interim guidance, issued in haste following the For (Some) Women Scotland decision.
In accordance with our general practice, we are publishing the Skeleton Arguments of the Parties. goodlaw.social/h3nw
In accordance with our general practice, we are publishing the Skeleton Arguments of the Parties. goodlaw.social/h3nw
We’re taking on the EHRC interim guidance in court
After more than six months of disruption unleashed by the EHRC’s guidance, we’re arguing at the High Court that it is legally flawed.
goodlaw.social
November 12, 2025 at 10:47 AM
We're in court today and tomorrow, taking on the EHRC's (now withdrawn) interim guidance, issued in haste following the For (Some) Women Scotland decision.
In accordance with our general practice, we are publishing the Skeleton Arguments of the Parties. goodlaw.social/h3nw
In accordance with our general practice, we are publishing the Skeleton Arguments of the Parties. goodlaw.social/h3nw
I might not be able to go to the gym, but today I strapped my knee up and walked out to the retail park to get eco-friendly loo roll and 100% peanut butter.
Best part of 10,000 steps up the closest thing we have to a hill round here (a large bump compared to Devon hills 😆) - I'm shattered!
Best part of 10,000 steps up the closest thing we have to a hill round here (a large bump compared to Devon hills 😆) - I'm shattered!
November 12, 2025 at 11:03 AM
I might not be able to go to the gym, but today I strapped my knee up and walked out to the retail park to get eco-friendly loo roll and 100% peanut butter.
Best part of 10,000 steps up the closest thing we have to a hill round here (a large bump compared to Devon hills 😆) - I'm shattered!
Best part of 10,000 steps up the closest thing we have to a hill round here (a large bump compared to Devon hills 😆) - I'm shattered!
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The existence of trans people is not an "ideology", BBC. It is a reality and one which Parliament has recognized.
(Entirely typical of the BBC that, confronted by a populist right attack, they will show willing by dumping on trans people. Weak with the strong, strong with the weak, as always.)
(Entirely typical of the BBC that, confronted by a populist right attack, they will show willing by dumping on trans people. Weak with the strong, strong with the weak, as always.)
November 11, 2025 at 9:18 PM
The existence of trans people is not an "ideology", BBC. It is a reality and one which Parliament has recognized.
(Entirely typical of the BBC that, confronted by a populist right attack, they will show willing by dumping on trans people. Weak with the strong, strong with the weak, as always.)
(Entirely typical of the BBC that, confronted by a populist right attack, they will show willing by dumping on trans people. Weak with the strong, strong with the weak, as always.)
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Re Extradition. The man is alleged to have used Pepper spray. It is illegal to carry or use Pepper Spray in the UK because it is considered a prohibited firearm under the Firearms Act 1968. Possession of the spray can lead to significant prison sentences. The woman was physically assaulted too.
No! This is unbelievable. #Trump Maga over here racially abusing and assaulting families. Just like mine, just travelling on the tube. Please help TFL find them and if they’ve fled let’s push to get them extradited. F*** Trump, Musk, Putin, Farage. Destroying our values, pushing hate and division.
Trump fan and financier named over Tube ‘racist abuse’ police appeal
Philip Ostermann and Melissa Rein Lively have been named as the subjects of the British Transport Police appeal
www.standard.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Re Extradition. The man is alleged to have used Pepper spray. It is illegal to carry or use Pepper Spray in the UK because it is considered a prohibited firearm under the Firearms Act 1968. Possession of the spray can lead to significant prison sentences. The woman was physically assaulted too.
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At a time wheb those afflicted with 'gender critical ideology' seem to be in meltdown over the effects of what they campaigned for.... a reminder of how judging sex by appearance, endorsed by the UK Supreme Court, can cause issues. 2024 news.
www.thepinknews.com/2024/10/29/c...
www.thepinknews.com/2024/10/29/c...
Cis woman accidentally sent to male prison because she had 'masculine features'
A cisgender woman was reportedly wrongfully processed as a man and sent to an all-male prison because she had so-called "masculine features."
www.thepinknews.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:16 PM
At a time wheb those afflicted with 'gender critical ideology' seem to be in meltdown over the effects of what they campaigned for.... a reminder of how judging sex by appearance, endorsed by the UK Supreme Court, can cause issues. 2024 news.
www.thepinknews.com/2024/10/29/c...
www.thepinknews.com/2024/10/29/c...
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Gender Critics start to realise they got exactly the consequences they should have foreseen, and throw a strop. Oh dear.
November 11, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Gender Critics start to realise they got exactly the consequences they should have foreseen, and throw a strop. Oh dear.
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Tea out with son. I discussed my next assignment with him (adapting my first assignment into a screenplay) and I forgot he used to be a drama kid. He had loads of helpful suggestions for me.
Turns out that your kids grow up and eventually prove useful - knew I kept him in snacks for a reason 😆
Turns out that your kids grow up and eventually prove useful - knew I kept him in snacks for a reason 😆
November 11, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Tea out with son. I discussed my next assignment with him (adapting my first assignment into a screenplay) and I forgot he used to be a drama kid. He had loads of helpful suggestions for me.
Turns out that your kids grow up and eventually prove useful - knew I kept him in snacks for a reason 😆
Turns out that your kids grow up and eventually prove useful - knew I kept him in snacks for a reason 😆
Reposted by Virginia 🏳️⚧️ trans ally 🏳️⚧️ she/ her
November 10, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Reposted by Virginia 🏳️⚧️ trans ally 🏳️⚧️ she/ her
"As someone working in law, it’s heresy to say this, and it might even kill my chances of a career... But as a trans person, and someone fighting for the rights of my community, I refuse to remain silent. To me it just seems obvious: a heavily prejudiced society produces prejudiced institutions."
It’s no surprise that only 31% of trans people trust a legal system built to enforce prejudice, says Jess O’Thomson.
It’s no surprise that only 31% of trans people trust a legal system built to enforce prejudice, says Jess O’Thomson.
goodlawproject.org
November 10, 2025 at 4:13 PM
"As someone working in law, it’s heresy to say this, and it might even kill my chances of a career... But as a trans person, and someone fighting for the rights of my community, I refuse to remain silent. To me it just seems obvious: a heavily prejudiced society produces prejudiced institutions."
Had a good afternoon getting much studying done, then walked home, past the sort of clouds that made me think of castles in the sky.
The house was unusually warm when I got back, plus it smelt of spice - husband had baked the Christmas cake. How am I supposed to not eat it for ages? 😋
The house was unusually warm when I got back, plus it smelt of spice - husband had baked the Christmas cake. How am I supposed to not eat it for ages? 😋
November 10, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Had a good afternoon getting much studying done, then walked home, past the sort of clouds that made me think of castles in the sky.
The house was unusually warm when I got back, plus it smelt of spice - husband had baked the Christmas cake. How am I supposed to not eat it for ages? 😋
The house was unusually warm when I got back, plus it smelt of spice - husband had baked the Christmas cake. How am I supposed to not eat it for ages? 😋
Still on the green tea, and other low-caffeine options, shocking the barristas who know that I'm Earl Grey woman 😆
Now, time to catch up on the low amount of studying I did last week when I was feeling poorly...
Now, time to catch up on the low amount of studying I did last week when I was feeling poorly...
November 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Still on the green tea, and other low-caffeine options, shocking the barristas who know that I'm Earl Grey woman 😆
Now, time to catch up on the low amount of studying I did last week when I was feeling poorly...
Now, time to catch up on the low amount of studying I did last week when I was feeling poorly...
Reposted by Virginia 🏳️⚧️ trans ally 🏳️⚧️ she/ her
No Skylarking! No concierge! No being poor! It's "social housing" Barangaroo style. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Welcome to Barangaroo! We graciously provide affordable housing but you’re not allowed to enjoy it | First Dog on the Moon
No sooking! If you wanted an apartment with a pool(s) you should have been a banking executive or some such
www.theguardian.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:05 AM
No Skylarking! No concierge! No being poor! It's "social housing" Barangaroo style. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Reposted by Virginia 🏳️⚧️ trans ally 🏳️⚧️ she/ her
WHAT DO WE WANT?!
A LEFT WING LABOUR PARTY!
WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO ABOUT IT?
VOTE GREEN!
A LEFT WING LABOUR PARTY!
WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO ABOUT IT?
VOTE GREEN!
November 9, 2025 at 5:17 PM
WHAT DO WE WANT?!
A LEFT WING LABOUR PARTY!
WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO ABOUT IT?
VOTE GREEN!
A LEFT WING LABOUR PARTY!
WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO ABOUT IT?
VOTE GREEN!
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#RemembranceSunday - why do I wear three poppies?
November 9, 2025 at 8:41 AM
#RemembranceSunday - why do I wear three poppies?
Reposted by Virginia 🏳️⚧️ trans ally 🏳️⚧️ she/ her
Heads up 😅
Sex Matters have launched their own MP letter-writing campaign insisting on trans segregation, an exclusionary Code etc etc
📝Let’s make sure our letters outnumber theirs+++
Template here!
If you’ve already written, grab a mate & get them to write too 🤗
actionnetwork.org/letters/scra...
Sex Matters have launched their own MP letter-writing campaign insisting on trans segregation, an exclusionary Code etc etc
📝Let’s make sure our letters outnumber theirs+++
Template here!
If you’ve already written, grab a mate & get them to write too 🤗
actionnetwork.org/letters/scra...
Scrap the Bathroom Ban
🚨This is urgent🚨
Bridget Phillipson, the Minister for Women and Equalities, has a decision to make. The EHRC, a regulator mired in controversy over anti-trans views, has sent a new draft Code of Prac...
actionnetwork.org
November 9, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Heads up 😅
Sex Matters have launched their own MP letter-writing campaign insisting on trans segregation, an exclusionary Code etc etc
📝Let’s make sure our letters outnumber theirs+++
Template here!
If you’ve already written, grab a mate & get them to write too 🤗
actionnetwork.org/letters/scra...
Sex Matters have launched their own MP letter-writing campaign insisting on trans segregation, an exclusionary Code etc etc
📝Let’s make sure our letters outnumber theirs+++
Template here!
If you’ve already written, grab a mate & get them to write too 🤗
actionnetwork.org/letters/scra...
A very successful shop for stocking presents, plus daughter and girlfriend have chosen their favourite main meat for Christmas from the list I sent them, so I can order that when I get home.
However, if people don't tell me soon what main presents they want, they're getting whatever I buy!
However, if people don't tell me soon what main presents they want, they're getting whatever I buy!
November 9, 2025 at 1:56 PM
A very successful shop for stocking presents, plus daughter and girlfriend have chosen their favourite main meat for Christmas from the list I sent them, so I can order that when I get home.
However, if people don't tell me soon what main presents they want, they're getting whatever I buy!
However, if people don't tell me soon what main presents they want, they're getting whatever I buy!
Reposted by Virginia 🏳️⚧️ trans ally 🏳️⚧️ she/ her
All these gender critical “feminists” shilling for rightwing papers who would take away women’s rights in an *instant* and never admitting the contradiction. If your feminism requires you to be on the same side as Trump, Vance, Putin, Farage, the Mail, the Telegraph, then mayyyyyyyybbbbbeeee….
The… the bbc that wrote an article about trans people that only took from a “gender critical” group and included quotes from a lesbian rapist? That bbc?
Lmao.
These people are actually deluded to think the bbc is left wing and pro trans.
Lmao.
These people are actually deluded to think the bbc is left wing and pro trans.
Obsessive ‘gender critical’ activist-journalist - Sonia Sodha - makes gaslighting statements about the provably trans-hostile BBC! 🙄😖
It’s also pretty desperate that she’s colluding with the Telegraph to push transphobic stories (Observer not hateful enough?)
It’s also pretty desperate that she’s colluding with the Telegraph to push transphobic stories (Observer not hateful enough?)
November 9, 2025 at 10:33 AM
All these gender critical “feminists” shilling for rightwing papers who would take away women’s rights in an *instant* and never admitting the contradiction. If your feminism requires you to be on the same side as Trump, Vance, Putin, Farage, the Mail, the Telegraph, then mayyyyyyyybbbbbeeee….
Reposted by Virginia 🏳️⚧️ trans ally 🏳️⚧️ she/ her
“When JKR funds legal challenges to trans-inclusive policies…when American organisations fund UK litigation on reproductive rights…when coordinated campaigns use litigation to bypass normal democratic processes, let that be seen clearly rather than operating in shadow”
Read this.Wealth corrupts QED
Read this.Wealth corrupts QED
“When American organisations with annual budgets in the hundreds of millions fund UK litigation, there are legitimate questions about whether this serves British democratic interests”
cc @goodlawproject.org @goodlawproject.bsky.social
cc @goodlawproject.org @goodlawproject.bsky.social
Who's Funding the War on Trans Inclusion?
A 40-fold surge in cases and the litigation infrastructure behind it
ajustsociety.substack.com
November 8, 2025 at 10:38 PM
“When JKR funds legal challenges to trans-inclusive policies…when American organisations fund UK litigation on reproductive rights…when coordinated campaigns use litigation to bypass normal democratic processes, let that be seen clearly rather than operating in shadow”
Read this.Wealth corrupts QED
Read this.Wealth corrupts QED
Son wanted to buy wood, and his girlfriend wanted to buy bedsheets, so husband drove everyone out to Dunelm and B&Q, where they bought us tea.
Then home for board games, followed by dinner. Later we're watching The Fantastic Four, and maybe light the fire. So a good afternoon!
Then home for board games, followed by dinner. Later we're watching The Fantastic Four, and maybe light the fire. So a good afternoon!
November 8, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Son wanted to buy wood, and his girlfriend wanted to buy bedsheets, so husband drove everyone out to Dunelm and B&Q, where they bought us tea.
Then home for board games, followed by dinner. Later we're watching The Fantastic Four, and maybe light the fire. So a good afternoon!
Then home for board games, followed by dinner. Later we're watching The Fantastic Four, and maybe light the fire. So a good afternoon!