By Gwurld4026 
High Court Rules Against Teacher’s Anti-Gay Statements
Glawdys Leger, a former teacher at Bishop Justus Church of England School in Bromley, South London, has lost her High Court appeal after being dismissed for telling students that identifying as LGBTQ+ is a sin.
In February 2022, during a religious studies lesson, Leger informed a group of Year Seven students that being LGBTQ+ was sinful and advised them to prioritize religious teachings over LGBTQ+ ideologies. A concerned student reported these remarks to her mother, leading to Leger’s suspension in March 2022 and subsequent dismissal two months later.
A professional conduct panel convened in December 2023 concluded that Leger’s comments amounted to unprofessional conduct. The findings were published on the Teaching Regulation Agency’s website. Leger challenged this decision in the High Court, arguing that the publication of the panel’s findings infringed upon her right to privacy. However, the court dismissed her appeal, ruling that the publication was lawful, justified, and proportionate.
This case underscores the ongoing debate surrounding the expression of personal beliefs within educational settings and the boundaries of professional conduct. It also highlights the legal challenges faced by educators when personal convictions conflict with institutional policies and societal norms.