Monthly Archives: October 2018

Butterfly- a view from the cocoon

I watched the first episode of the new ITV drama ‘Butterfly’ with interest and growing discomfort. From the opening credits, where Max removes his lipstick and pink nail polish, to the firm handshakes dolled out by his bearded father, I … Continue reading

Posted in Children & Young People, Investigative | 8 Comments

Gender is harmful. My views are not hateful.

Yesterday I was told my writing could be seen as hateful. The accusation stems from my belief that men cannot ‘become’ women, & that ‘woman’ is a biological descriptor. Nor do I believe a child can be born in the … Continue reading

Posted in Opinion Pieces | 26 Comments