Gender identity doesn't exist, says Jacob Rees-Mogg

It is not for us to overrule the work of God.

The only reason I say this is because a new Policy Exchange report has just revealed that schools across the UK now relentlessly pursue the policy of gender affirmation. Asleep at the Wheel - a rather fitting title.

What’s more, they’re not even telling the children’s parents.

Only 28 per cent of secondary schools are reliably informing parents as soon as a child discloses feelings of gender distress.

33 percent of secondary schools did not say they would inform their Designated Safeguarding Lead or a medical practitioner when a child discloses gender distress.

Four in ten secondary schools operate policies of gender self-identification.

Many more shocking statistics.

- This is in spite of the fact that the Children’s Act 1989 states parental involvement in the life of their child is paramount; no other body is to assume parental responsibility for a child unless the court intervenes.

- It is overwhelmingly in society’s interest that parents are responsible for their children’s education.

- Everyone believes in toleration. Discrimination against trans people is wrong. This doesn’t mean children should be encouraged or forced into it.

In the largest study to date, 87% of natal boys had desisted rather than persisted.

Medical interventions which have permanent effects.

Traditions are the solution, they always safeguarded our children. We are going to bring our traditions back.