(In UK) Martine Croxall’s On-Air Correction of "Pregnant People" to "Women" Sparks Debate

 

BBC presenter Martine Croxall ignited discussion in the UK after correcting "pregnant people" to "women" during a live broadcast. Pausing mid-autocue, she smiled and deliberately said "women," earning praise online from figures like J.K. Rowling, who lauded her for prioritizing biological clarity. The phrase "pregnant people" aims to include transgender and non-binary individuals, but Croxall’s edit fueled debate over language in journalism. 

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Critics of inclusive terms argue they obscure biological facts, while supporters see them as affirming diverse identities. The BBC has not commented, leaving the incident to highlight tensions around editorial standards, presenter freedom, and balancing inclusivity with precision in public discourse.