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  1. 1Paul GilsonConservative and Unionist Party

    Paul Gilson hasn’t published anything themselves on this that we could find. Conservative and Unionist Party’s national policy, not Paul Gilson’s own commitment:

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    The Conservatives' 2024 manifesto pledged to make clear in the Equality Act that sex means biological sex, to protect female-only spaces and sport.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Protect female-only spaces and competitiveness in sport by making clear that sex means biological sex in the Equality Act.
    Sourced: The Conservative and Unionist Party Manifesto 2024: Clear Plan, Bold Action, Secure Future, 11 June 2024
    Protect female-only spaces and competitiveness in sport by making clear that sex means biological sex in the Equality Act.

    The Conservative and Unionist Party Manifesto 2024: Clear Plan, Bold Action, Secure Future, Conservative Party, published 11 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://public.conservatives.com/static/documents/GE2024/Conservative-Manifesto-GE2024.pdf

    Explain this (2 terms)
    Manifesto
    A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.
    Equality Act
    The 2010 law that brings together protection from discrimination, covering characteristics such as age, disability, race, religion, sex and sexual orientation.

    Plain-English definitions of what the term means, not whether the policy is a good idea.

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    The Conservatives' 2024 manifesto said provisions and protections should be in place for those whose sense of self does not match their biological sex.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    It is right that we have in place provisions and protections for those whose sense of self does not match their biological sex.
    Sourced: The Conservative and Unionist Party Manifesto 2024: Clear Plan, Bold Action, Secure Future, 11 June 2024
    It is right that we have in place provisions and protections for those whose sense of self does not match their biological sex.

    The Conservative and Unionist Party Manifesto 2024: Clear Plan, Bold Action, Secure Future, Conservative Party, published 11 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://public.conservatives.com/static/documents/GE2024/Conservative-Manifesto-GE2024.pdf

    Explain this (1 term)
    Manifesto
    A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.

    Plain-English definitions of what the term means, not whether the policy is a good idea.

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    The Conservative Party says it has commissioned Lord Young of Acton to examine threats to free speech in everyday life, reporting later in 2026.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Commission Lord Young of Acton to examine threats to free speech in everyday life, reporting later this year
    Sourced: Our Plan for Britain
    Commission Lord Young of Acton to examine threats to free speech in everyday life, reporting later this year

    Our Plan for Britain, Conservative Party. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.conservatives.com/our-plan-for-britain

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    What they say Source: Manifesto

    The Conservative Party pledged to oppose and scrap plans for digital ID cards.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Oppose and scrap Labour’s plans for digital ID cards
    Sourced: Our Plan for Britain
    Oppose and scrap Labour’s plans for digital ID cards

    Our Plan for Britain, Conservative Party. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.conservatives.com/our-plan-for-britain

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    The Conservative Party states that the Public Sector Equality Duty should be repealed.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Following detailed advice by prominent barrister Andrew Dinsmore, the Conservatives have concluded that the Public Sector Equality Duty should be repealed.
    Sourced: Our Plan for Britain
    Following detailed advice by prominent barrister Andrew Dinsmore, the Conservatives have concluded that the Public Sector Equality Duty should be repealed.

    Our Plan for Britain, Conservative Party. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.conservatives.com/our-plan-for-britain

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    The Conservative Party pledged to scrap the recording of Non-Crime Hate Incidents by police.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Scrap “Non-Crime Hate Incidents” that waste police time and threaten free speech
    Sourced: Our Plan for Britain
    Scrap “Non-Crime Hate Incidents” that waste police time and threaten free speech

    Our Plan for Britain, Conservative Party. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.conservatives.com/our-plan-for-britain

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    The Conservative Party pledged that a Conservative government would ban election materials in foreign languages.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    We have already announced that the next Conservative Government would ban election materials in foreign languages.
    Sourced: Our Plan for Britain
    We have already announced that the next Conservative Government would ban election materials in foreign languages.

    Our Plan for Britain, Conservative Party. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://www.conservatives.com/our-plan-for-britain

  2. 2Simon GittusGreen Party

    Simon Gittus hasn’t published anything themselves on this that we could find. Green Party’s national policy, not Simon Gittus’ own commitment:

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    The Green Party's 2024 manifesto pledged to campaign for the right of self-identification for trans and non-binary people.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Campaign for the right of self-identification for trans and non-binary people.
    Sourced: Green Party Manifesto 2024: Defending Human Rights, Democracy and Justice, 12 June 2024
    Campaign for the right of self-identification for trans and non-binary people.

    Green Party Manifesto 2024: Defending Human Rights, Democracy and Justice, Green Party of England and Wales, published 12 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://greenparty.org.uk/about/our-manifesto/defending-human-rights-democracy-and-justice/

    Explain this (1 term)
    Manifesto
    A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.

    Plain-English definitions of what the term means, not whether the policy is a good idea.

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    The Green Party's 2024 manifesto pledged to reform eligibility tests such as PIP and end what it calls the unfair targeting of carers and disabled people on benefits (relevant to households with a disabled member or a carer).

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Reform intrusive eligibility tests like PIP and the unfair targeting of carers and disabled people on benefits.

    What this could mean for you

    This would apply to you if: someone is disabled or has a long-term condition.

    Sourced: Green Party Manifesto 2024: Fairer, Greener Social Support, 12 June 2024
    Reform intrusive eligibility tests like PIP and the unfair targeting of carers and disabled people on benefits.

    Green Party Manifesto 2024: Fairer, Greener Social Support, Green Party of England and Wales, published 12 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://greenparty.org.uk/about/our-manifesto/fairer-greener-social-support/

    Explain this (2 terms)
    Pip
    Personal Independence Payment: a benefit for extra costs caused by long-term illness or disability. It is not means-tested and does not depend on working.
    Manifesto
    A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.

    Plain-English definitions of what the term means, not whether the policy is a good idea.

  3. 3Lydia Ann HydeLabour Party

    Lydia Ann Hyde hasn’t published anything themselves on this that we could find. Labour Party’s national policy, not Lydia Ann Hyde’s own commitment:

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    Labour's 2024 manifesto pledged a full trans-inclusive ban on conversion practices.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    So-called conversion therapy is abuse – there is no other word for it – so Labour will finally deliver a full trans-inclusive ban on conversion practices, while protecting the freedom for people to explore their sexual orientation and gender identity.
    Sourced: Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, 13 June 2024
    So-called conversion therapy is abuse – there is no other word for it – so Labour will finally deliver a full trans-inclusive ban on conversion practices, while protecting the freedom for people to explore their sexual orientation and gender identity.

    Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, Labour Party, published 13 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://labour.org.uk/change/break-down-barriers-to-opportunity/

    Explain this (1 term)
    Manifesto
    A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.

    Plain-English definitions of what the term means, not whether the policy is a good idea.

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    Labour's 2024 manifesto pledged the full right to equal pay for disabled people (relevant to households with a disabled member).

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    We will introduce the full right to equal pay for disabled people.

    What this could mean for you

    This would apply to you if: someone is disabled or has a long-term condition.

    Sourced: Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, 13 June 2024
    We will introduce the full right to equal pay for disabled people.

    Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, Labour Party, published 13 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://labour.org.uk/change/break-down-barriers-to-opportunity/

    Explain this (1 term)
    Manifesto
    A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.

    Plain-English definitions of what the term means, not whether the policy is a good idea.

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    Labour's 2024 manifesto pledged to enact the socio-economic duty in the Equality Act 2010.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Labour will ensure no matter whatever your background, you can thrive, and therefore we will enact the socio-economic duty in the Equality Act 2010.
    Sourced: Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, 13 June 2024
    Labour will ensure no matter whatever your background, you can thrive, and therefore we will enact the socio-economic duty in the Equality Act 2010.

    Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, Labour Party, published 13 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://labour.org.uk/change/break-down-barriers-to-opportunity/

    Explain this (3 terms)
    Manifesto
    A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.
    Equality Act
    The 2010 law that brings together protection from discrimination, covering characteristics such as age, disability, race, religion, sex and sexual orientation.
    Socio-Economic Duty
    A part of the Equality Act, not yet in force in England, that would require public bodies to consider how their decisions affect inequality.

    Plain-English definitions of what the term means, not whether the policy is a good idea.

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    What they say Source: Manifesto

    Labour's 2024 manifesto pledged a Race Equality Act enshrining the right to equal pay for Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people.

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Labour will introduce a landmark Race Equality Act, to enshrine in law the full right to equal pay for Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority people, strengthen protections against dual discrimination and root out other racial inequalities.
    Sourced: Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, 13 June 2024
    Labour will introduce a landmark Race Equality Act, to enshrine in law the full right to equal pay for Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority people, strengthen protections against dual discrimination and root out other racial inequalities.

    Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, Labour Party, published 13 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://labour.org.uk/change/break-down-barriers-to-opportunity/

    Explain this (2 terms)
    Manifesto
    A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.
    Equality Act
    The 2010 law that brings together protection from discrimination, covering characteristics such as age, disability, race, religion, sex and sexual orientation.

    Plain-English definitions of what the term means, not whether the policy is a good idea.

    What they say Source: Manifesto

    Labour's 2024 manifesto committed to working with disabled people so their views are at the heart of policy (relevant to households with a disabled member).

    In their exact words Source: Manifesto

    Labour is committed to championing the rights of disabled people and to the principle of working with them, so that their views and voices will be at the heart of all we do.

    What this could mean for you

    This would apply to you if: someone is disabled or has a long-term condition.

    Sourced: Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, 13 June 2024
    Labour is committed to championing the rights of disabled people and to the principle of working with them, so that their views and voices will be at the heart of all we do.

    Labour Party Manifesto 2024: Break down barriers to opportunity, Labour Party, published 13 June 2024. Retrieved 18 September 2026. Archived copy. https://labour.org.uk/change/break-down-barriers-to-opportunity/

    Explain this (1 term)
    Manifesto
    A party's published programme for an election, setting out what it says it would do.

    Plain-English definitions of what the term means, not whether the policy is a good idea.

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