We’re not freaks – Transgender activists protest against ‘disgraceful’ rugby ban

England fans with Transgender Pride flags in the stands after an open training session at Twickenham (Andrew Matthews/PA)

A trans activist attending England’s open training session at Twickenham believes the decision to ban transgender women from playing female contact rugby has made life less safe for her community.

Emily Hamilton, founding co-chair of LGBTQ+ rugby supporters association ‘Quins Pride’, was among a flag-waving group of around 20 people staging a peaceful protest on Thursday.