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The series explores the shocking true story of seven gay and bisexual men who were prosecuted following consensual group sex in Bolton in 1998 and how their case became part of the wider fight for LGBTQ+ rights.

INTERVIEW: Hugh Sheehan uncovers the men Britain criminalised for being gay in award-winning Criminally Queer: The Bolton 7 podcast

"The rhetoric once used against gay men is now being weaponised against trans people."

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Boy George has hit back at criticism from some LGBTQ+ people over his new song We Will Dance Again, insisting he will not “pipe down” and accusing “gay folk” of attacking him online.

Boy George hits back at ‘gay folk’ criticising his new pro-Israel song

Boy George has hit back at criticism from some LGBTQ+ people over his controversial new song We Will Dance Again, insisting he will not “pipe down” and accusing “gay folk” of attacking him online beca...

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Nearly 80 singers from the renowned LGBTQ+ choir will travel to the capital next month with proceeds from the concerts supporting the work of HIV and sexual health charity, Terrence Higgins Trust.

Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles to make UK debut with concerts supporting Terrence Higgins Trust

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles (GMCLA) will make its first-ever visit to the UK next month, with three London concerts raising funds for HIV charity Terrence Higgins Trust. Nearly 80 singers fro...

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Posting on Facebook, Cllr Owain Clatworthy criticised a rainbow-coloured picnic table at a South Wales shopping centre, writing: “You can’t even sit down for a coffee for five minutes without being reminded of the latest mandatory ideology".

Restore Britain councillor 'triggered' by rainbow picnic table

A Restore Britain councillor has been accused of homophobia after claiming that a rainbow-coloured picnic table at a South Wales shopping centre represented a “mandatory ideology” that was becoming “i...

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Snow White Trash, the “saxiest Drag Queen in the UK”, will entertain passengers on Saturday morning with two 45-minute sets featuring singalong saxophone favourites and songs inspired by this year’s Pride headline acts, RAYE and Diana Ross.

UK’s ‘saxiest’ drag queen, Snow White Trash, to host special performance at London Bridge to celebrate Brighton & Hove Pride

As Brighton & Hove Pride prepares to celebrate its 35th year, rail operator Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) is set to welcome travellers heading to the city with a live performance from Brighton drag e...

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The anti-discrimination charity said the figures demonstrate that anti-LGBTQ+ abuse remains a significant problem in football, despite ongoing efforts to make the sport more inclusive.

Football sees surge in homophobic and transphobic abuse, says Kick It Out

Reports of homophobic abuse in football rose by 46% last season, according to new figures from Kick It Out, which also highlighted an increase in transphobic chanting across the game. The anti-discri...

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The trans actor, author and advocate was repeatedly referenced by Trump during the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

"I am more powerful than I even knew": Dylan Mulvaney shoots back after being repeatedly referenced by Trump during White House dinner

Trans actor, author and advocate Dylan Mulvaney has responded after being repeatedly referenced by President Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents' Dinner, sharing a message about resilie...

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The BBC Radio 2 presenter made the comment during a conversation with the singer-songwriter, as the pair discussed parenting, identity and what it means to create supportive environments for LGBTQ+ young people.

Sara Cox reveals she is a "proud mother of a queer daughter" during conversation with Sam Smith

Sara Cox has revealed she is the "proud mother of a queer daughter" while speaking with Sam Smith about LGBTQ+ family life and the importance of support and acceptance. The BBC Radio 2 presenter mad...

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A new portrait photography project celebrating the people who make up Brighton & Hove's LGBTQ+ community has launched to mark the 35th anniversary of Brighton & Hove Pride.

New portrait exhibition marks 35 years of Brighton & Hove Pride

A new portrait photography project celebrating the people who make up Brighton & Hove's LGBTQ+ community has launched to mark the 35th anniversary of Brighton & Hove Pride. Proud Brighton – We Are Co...

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For those who argue that Pride has outlived its purpose, the attack on Berlin Pride provides the answer.

The tragedy in Berlin shows why Pride still matters

Just hours after tens of thousands of people marched through Berlin for Christopher Street Day, one of Europe's biggest Pride celebrations became the scene of tragedy. A vehicle was driven into crowd...

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This year marks 14 years since Liverpool FC became the first Premier League club to participate in a Pride march.

Liverpool FC to join city Pride march as club marks 14 years of support

Liverpool FC will join thousands of people at Liverpool Pride this weekend as the club continues its long-running support for the city's LGBTQ+ community. Players, staff, supporters, Official Liverpo...

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Cult filmmaker John Waters has said he is proud to be an "old-school gay", reflecting on ageing, gay culture and the lasting impact of the AIDS crisis as he approaches his ninth decade.

John Waters says younger LGBTQ+ people can never fully understand the AIDS crisis

Cult filmmaker John Waters has said he is proud to be an "old-school gay", reflecting on ageing, gay culture and the lasting impact of the AIDS crisis as he approaches his ninth decade. The Pink Flam...

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Organisers say the exhibition aims to highlight joy, community and visibility at a time when trans people continue to face intense scrutiny in political debate, legislation and media coverage.

Exhibition celebrating trans joy opens at Brighton's Ledward Centre

A new exhibition celebrating the lives, experiences and resilience of trans people has opened in Brighton. Beyond The Binary – A Celebration of Trans Joy launched ahead of Trans Pride Brighton at the...

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The 2026 Sexually Liberal City Index compares 41 cities worldwide using 10 indicators, including the density of sex shops and LGBTQ+ venues, access to abortion and contraception, sex work legislation, and anti-discrimination protections.

Manchester named world's third most sexually liberal city

Manchester has been named the world's third most sexually liberal city in a new international ranking, trailing only Amsterdam and Vancouver and outperforming London by a considerable margin. The 202...

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The one-day event, presented by Marlborough Productions and Charleston, will take place on 15 August and has been fully curated by Queer Heritage South for the first time.

Queer Bloomsbury to return to Charleston with talks, performances and open-air celebration

Queer Bloomsbury will return to Charleston in East Sussex next month with a programme of talks, performances and outdoor celebrations exploring queer culture, history and community. The one-day event...

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A record 53 landmarks, museums, hotels, businesses and cultural institutions have signed up to take part in the initiative, which will transform the city into a "Rainbow City".

Amsterdam to illuminate 53 landmarks in rainbow colours for WorldPride 2026

Amsterdam will light up dozens of its most recognisable buildings in rainbow colours during WorldPride 2026, as the Dutch capital prepares to welcome visitors from around the world for the internation...

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New Family Social, which will be taking part in the event for the very first time, said: "The need for more LGBTQ+ people to consider adoption or fostering is stronger than ever."

LGBTQ+ adopters, foster carers and their children to debut in Brighton & Hove Pride Parade

LGBTQ+ adopters, foster carers, special guardians and their children will parade en masse on Saturday, 1 August, in the Brighton & Hove Pride Parade. It’s the first time peer support charity New Famil...

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A US congresswoman has accused Donald Trump of spreading disinformation after the President claimed that companies receiving billions of dollars in government funding for computer chip manufacturing were required to be run by trans people.

Trump accused of spreading disinformation after making bizarre claim linking trans people to computer chips

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Reform UK and Restore Britain failed to attend a special LGBTQ+ mayoral hustings in Manchester on Tuesday night, leaving Labour, Green and Liberal Democrat candidates to answer questions on issues affecting the community ahead of the Greater Manchester mayoral election.

Reform UK and Restore candidates fail to show up at Greater Manchester LGBTQ+ mayoral hustings

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Frankie Grande has called out femmephobia in the gay community, revealing that years of criticism from other gay men only began to make sense while writing his memoir, Supergay.

Frankie Grande calls out femmephobia in the gay community

Frankie Grande has spoken about what he describes as “femmephobia” within the LGBTQ+ community, revealing that years of criticism from other gay men only began to make sense while writing his memoir, ...

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Rachel Williams, chief executive of The Proud Trust, has urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to champion equality and inclusion at a time when many young LGBTQ+ people feel their rights and safety are under threat.

The Proud Trust calls on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to back LGBTQ+ young people

An LGBTQ+ youth charity has issued an open letter to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, urging him to champion equality and inclusion at a time when many young LGBTQ+ people feel their rights and safety are...

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The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) has effectively barred trans women from competing on the women's professional tour after introducing mandatory genetic testing for all players under a new eligibility policy.

Women's Tennis Association bans trans women from women's tour

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The outdoor exhibition will highlight the ongoing criminalisation of same-sex relationships across parts of the Commonwealth.

Zero Flags Commonwealth exhibition to shine spotlight on LGBTQ+ rights during Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

An outdoor exhibition highlighting the ongoing criminalisation of same-sex relationships across parts of the Commonwealth is set to open in Glasgow as part of the 2026 Commonwealth Games programme. ...

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Green Party leader Zack Polanski, musician Bambie Thug and Hackney Mayor Zoë Garbett joined activists, performers and community leaders at the London Trans+ Pride press launch as organisers revealed this year's march will end in Trafalgar Square for the first time.

Zack Polanski, Bambie Thug and Zoë Garbett back London Trans+ Pride as organisers announce first-ever Trafalgar Square finish

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