FOR THE RECORD

I have examined all the major (and most of the minor) child development theorists, in the writing of my handbook around child development and gender identity. And not one of these empirical theories supports the "transchild" construct. Indeed, all of them, individually, provide strong evidence against this construct. In addition, they explain why gender identity is attractive to vulnerable children, and why detransition is inevitable for most "transchildren."

Any topic that is off limits to questioning becomes a space in which aversion to naming risk can become a fertile ground for harm or exploitation. If there is fear in putting our skills into practice, all the more reason to ask - turning away is the worst thing to do.

Questionnaire to gather members experiences and views

The most vulnerable children in the country are being failed by the authorities entrusted with their care. Local authorities are outsourcing the development of guidance to activist groups or allowing a child to transition without consulting anyone.

one implication is particularly significant: there is now a clear legal obligation to recognise biological sex, and no corresponding legal duty to treat individuals in accordance with self-declared gender identity. ....social workers must now explicitly consider biological sex in their decision-making.

We discuss the welfare and best interests Children Act principles and how they can be used to promote and defend ethical practice