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The Scottish government changed the name to people as part of a drive to combat sexism

The change in name came after it was revealed that over 30 percent of female ministers in Holyrood claimed to have been victims of some form of sexual harassment. In response, the coffee shop based at the Scottish Parliament changed the name as part of an ongoing drive to reduce sexism. The traditional Christmas treats, which are often a favourite with Children during the festive period, will now be referred to as gingerbread persons under Holyrood’s insistence on gender neutrality.


But Scottish Conservatives have said the move “trivialises” a serious issue of institutionalised sexism in the workplace. By making names gender-neutral, the parliament hopes to foster a more inclusive working environment for female and non-binary staff - an approach which is becoming more popular in institutions across the country. “FFS. Scottish Parliament re-names gingerbread men to tackle sexual harassment.” Scottish Conservative Equalities spokesman Annie Wells told the Daily Mail: “Surely the Scottish Parliament has got better things to do than worry about what to call gingerbread men?

The Scottish government is tackling claims of sexual harassment at Holyrood

This is an utterly pointless gesture which simply trivialises the real issues of gender equality.” Meanwhile, TV host and pundit Piers Morgan took to twitter to share his views on the new naming of the tasty treat. Mr Morgan took to twitter to air his views over the Scottish parliament’s ban on gingerbread men, clearly vexed by Holyrood’s new rule. The Scottish government have been contacted for comment.


The parliament is one of a number of institutions in the UK to ban gender specific products on site