Labour MP Charlotte Nichols proposed amending the Gender Recognition Act to legally recognize deceased individuals by their chosen gender, leading to debates and criticisms from various stakeholders. The proposal was prompted by a petition related to the murder of a transgender individual, sparking concerns about the normalization of self-identification. The Equalities Minister stated that the government has no plans to amend the Act but highlighted the potential role of organizations like the NHS in engaging with the family members using the preferred gender. Critics, including Sir Liam Fox and The Family Education Trust, expressed opposition and concerns about the implications of such changes.