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Why John Swinney won't be bringing back gender reforms to Holyrood anytime soon

Why John Swinney won't be bringing back gender reforms to Holyrood anytime soon
The Supreme Court's landmark ruling this week has further intensified an already heated debate around gender politics which has heavily dominated Holyrood for much of the current parliament.

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