LGBTQ+ News Head of Scottish LGBTQ+ rights charity says “it is no surprise” that one in four LGBTQ+ Scots faced discrimination in 2023 The head of a Scottish LGBTQ+ rights charity has said “it is no surprise” that one in four LGBTQ+ Scots faced discrimination in 2023 A new poll published by the Scottish Government has found that almost one in four (23%) LGBTQ+ respondents experienced discrimination in 2023, while roughly one in sev By Graham Robson • 1 min read
The Village People, group portrait, New York, 1978. (Photo by Michael Putland/Getty Images) LGBTQ+ News Y.M.C.A. songwriter, and Village People member, denies song is a gay anthem and defends Trump’s use of the camp disco classic Victor Willis, one of the songwriters of Village People’s camp disco hit Y.M.C.A. has defended president-elect Donald Trump’s use of the song while campaigning in the US presidential elections, and has firmly denied the song is a gay anthem. Willis, who acknowlegded he was to earn “several million d By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Sport Footballer Marc Guehi, who has “grown up loving God”, could be punished after writing ‘I love Jesus’ on rainbow armband, worn to mark Rainbow Laces Devout Christian footballer Marc Guehi, who has “grown up loving God”, could face an English Football Association (FA) charge after writing ‘I love Jesus’ on his rainbow armband, worn by players across football to mark Stonewall‘s Rainbow Laces campaign. The defender opted to scribble to three-word By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News “Qatar is a homophobic, sexist dictatorship.” Peter Tatchell Foundation to lead peaceful protest against State Visit of leader of Qatar On Tuesday, December 3 from 10.30am, the Peter Tatchell Foundation will lead a peaceful protest against the State Visit of the leader of Qatar, outside Buckingham Palace as he arrives in the State Coach. Pliny Soocoormanee, Executive Officer of Peter Tatchell Foundation, said: “Qatar is a homophobic By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News “Change is more than possible; it’s needed.” Alex Consani becomes first trans woman to win Model of the Year at British Fashion Council’s 2024 Fashion Awards Model Alex Consani has made history by becoming the first trans woman to win Model of the Year at the British Fashion Council’s 2024 Fashion Awards. “I’m the first trans woman to win this award!” she exclaimed in her speech. “But I can’t accept this award without thanking those who came before me, s By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News “Rugby realness with a side of sass.” Brighton & Hove Sea Serpents Rugby Club launches 2025 calendar Brighton & Hove Sea Serpents, the Brighton-based gay and inclusive rugby club, has launched its 2025 calendar, which serves rugby realness with a side of sass. Packed with heart, hustle and a whole lot of Pride, this calendar shows off the club’s fierce players like never before. Featuring Stunning By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Brighton loneliness charity to hold Winter Warmer celebration for Brighton’s lonely and isolated this Christmas Intergenerational friendships will be celebrated at a Brighton & Hove charity’s Winter Warmer for people who might otherwise be spending the festive season alone. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Transgender News Trans activists stage ‘die-in’ at Victoria Station to protest government’s ban on puberty blockers A group of trans activists staged a die-in at Victoria Station last week, protesting the UK government’s decision to extend its ban puberty blockers till December 31. Members of Trans Kids Deserve Better, the organisation which went viral in October after releasing insects at anti-trans organisation By Graham Robson • 1 min read
2H3017A London, UK. An activist holds a sign at a protest against Ghana’s far-reaching anti-gay law being debated in the country’s parliament. International News Ghanaian presidential candidate pledges to sign “anti-witchcraft and LGBTQ+ bills” into law if he becomes President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has pledged to sign “anti-witchcraft and LGBTQ+” into law if he is successful in becoming President of the African country, Dr Bawumia, the leader of the “New Patriotic Party”, was speaking to congregants at the Believers Worship Centre on Sunday, December 1. Dr Bawumia said at t By Graham Robson • 1 min read
White Horses Hotel Rottingdean Everly Hotels Collection Features & Longread THE WHITE HORSES: A hidden gem nestled on the south coast in Rottingdean The White Horses, Rottingdean, a hotel, bar and restaurant is just a stone’s throw from the bright lights and night life of Brighton, but far enough to feel yourself truly relax and unwind. Rottingdean is a charming, picturesque village nestled on the south coast and The White Horses is the new jewe By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Interviews CHRISTMAS CRACKER: We speak to Andy Gardiner, December cover star and winner of this year’s Mr Gay Great Britain In 2024, Andy Gardiner won Mr Gay Great Britain and has been been working solidly alongside two charities, the Charlie & Carter Foundation and Pride Action North, for which he has raised £6,500, while also campaigning for mental health awareness throughout his journey. Since winning the coveted titl By Graham Robson • 5 min read
LGBTQ+ News Forest Green’s LGBTQ+ community comes together after homophobic vandals target Pride flags in the London borough A local LGBTQ+ community and allies gathered in Forest Green with rainbow flags and their voices on Saturday, November 30 after homophobic vandals targeted Pride flags in the London borough at least five times in the last year. To deter vandals, Newham Council has removed the rainbow and trans flags By Graham Robson • 1 min read
