University of Plymouth criticised for poster in toilets
The signs say "trans, non-binary and gender questioning students" have "every right" to be there; but some have questioned women's safety
Women's safety is being questioned, after signs on display in the University of Plymouth's toilets sparked a debate online.
They ask people not make others uncomfortable, if they think someone is using the "wrong" bathroom.
It adds that "trans, non-binary and gender-questioning students" have "every right" to be there.
But some people have branded the move as "shameful", saying that women should not have to accept feeling unsafe.
The sign was highlighted by Twitter user Aja'saurus Rex. They said: "Hey Twitter peeps thought I'd let you know that @PlymUni don't seem to care for their female students as shown by this sign that's meant to gaslight women into silence.
"If you know a woman planning on attending this Uni make sure she knows they have given away her rights."
Sharron Davies MBE - a former competitive swimmer from Plymouth who represented Great Britain in the Olympics - also gave her opinion on the topic online.
She said: "Very disappointing… add a neutral toilet if necessary but don’t ask females to accept feeling unsafe. Why is it always women that get to lose their spaces?"
Another Twitter user said she is "perfectly happy" to share toilets with trans women and/or men - but says she is "less keen" on women being told to "shut up" if they have concerns.
The University of Plymouth said: "Our campus has been designed so our staff, students and visitors feel comfortable and secure in their surroundings which includes providing single-sex and gender neutral facilities.
"It is important to ensure that our whole University community can feel safe, respected and empowered.
"All of our policies and practices are designed to meet relevant legislation and we regularly review them in conjunction with our University community."
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