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On Wednesday, a Hong Kong judge ruled to overturn bathroom regulations that prevent transgender individuals from using facilities that match their gender identity. Judge Russell Coleman acknowledged that the regulations violate the city's constitution, which ensures equality before the law. The declaration is suspended for a year to allow the government to address the issue. This decision is part of a broader trend in Hong Kong where recent legal rulings have granted more rights to the LGBTQ+ community, especially in regard to gender identity documentation.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff