SNP Government Criticized Over 24 Gender List

The Scottish Government's recent issuance of a list detailing 24 gender identities has drawn ridicule from public figures, including JK Rowling and Elon Musk. Rowling mocked the list, suggesting it could soon include 'astro identities', while Musk reacted with a 'nuts' emoji on social media. Despite the list's official endorsement, Scottish First Minister John Swinney maintains that only two genders exist, prompting criticism from both political rivals and activists who argue the government is out of touch. The extensive list includes identities such as 'pangender', 'agender', and 'autigender', with opponents claiming it distracts from pressing issues affecting Scots. Critics within and outside the SNP argue that the government's focus on gender categories is a waste of resources and a departure from the concerns of the general public. The guidance was attached to existing protocols for public bodies on how to collect data on gender and sex.