A BBC news presenter is receiving praise after correcting an autocue that referred to pregnant women as “pregnant people.” Martine Croxall was delivering a story live on the recent heat wave in the UK and warning against heat-related deaths. “London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine has released research which says that nearly 600 heat-related deaths are expected in the U.K.,” reported Croxall. She then read a report about who was at risk for heat-related deaths, saying, “Malcolm Mistry, who was involved in the research, says that the aged, pregnant people…” After stating “pregnant people,” Croxall looked pointedly at the camera and said, “women,” before adding, “and those with pre-existing health conditions need to take precautions.”

The term “pregnant people” instead of “pregnant women” has become more popularized by those who wish to promote more “inclusive” language. The term is often used with the intention of including trans men (biological women who have transitioned to men) and nonbinary people (who still have a biological gender). Other such terms that have been used in the medical field have included saying “chest feeding” instead of “breastfeeding” or replacing “well-woman visit” with “checkup.”

The clip of Croxall correcting the term to women quickly went viral, with conservatives and women’s advocates praising her. JK Rowling, who has been outspoken against transgender ideology, shared the clip of Croxall, writing, “I have a new favourite BBC presenter.” The attention gained Croxall a slew of new followers on social media, which she acknowledged on X. “A huge thank you to everyone who has chosen to follow me today for whatever reason,” she wrote along with the viral clip. “It’s been quite a ride…” Several responded with concern that Croxall’s job might be at risk, with Rowling writing, “You’d better not be in any trouble…”

The BBC, however, has backed Croxall. “Martine is not in any trouble. She has the full backing of the BBC because she got it right,” and insider told The Daily Mail. “She was stating a fact and correcting a mistake.” According to the BBC, the term “pregnant people” was from a press release from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and had been left in Croxall’s autocue by mistake. When MailOnline asked LSHTM to correct its release, it declined, stating, “LSHTM is committed to academic freedom of speech, and this includes giving our staff the freedom to say either ‘pregnant people’ or ‘pregnant women’ depending on what they think is most appropriate in any given situation.” In April the highest UK court ruled that the law recognizes a woman as anyone born biologically female.