The number of trans people hiding their identity at work is increasing, according to a recent TotalJobs poll of 410 workers. Two-thirds (65%) of trans staff hide their identity at work, compared to half (52%) five years ago.

Kate Palmer, HR and advisory director at Peninsula said: “While the trend over the last five years is concerning, there are ways for employers to challenge and even reverse it. By encouraging open dialogue and demonstrating tolerance in the workplace, transgender employees...