Community News British man becomes first to ever marry at Sydney Mardi Gras Following marriage equality being voted for in Australia in December 2017, British man, Stuart Henshall and his Australian partner, James Brechney, today became the first couple to ever legally marry at the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. By Besi • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News What does International Women’s Day mean? International Women’s Day will be celebrated on Thursday, March 8 – but what does it mean? Paris Lees, the award-winning writer, TV personality, presenter, and equality campaigner, will explore the day’s significance at a panel discussion organised by the University of Brighton. By Besi • 1 min read
General News Sussex ME Society hold weekly Yoga classes Sussex ME Society now holds weekly Yoga for ME classes in Hove for all ages and abilities in a warm and supportive atmosphere. This is an opportunity for those affected by the illness and others to truly relax and enjoy gently moving with the breath, which creates calm in the mind. By Besi • 1 min read
Community News Residents roll up their sleeves to Spring clean the city! Residents across the city roll up their sleeves ready for this year’s Great British Spring Clean weekend. With support from Brighton & Hove City Council, dozens of community minded residents will be getting together to tackle litter hotspots, from parks and squares, to woodland and rights of way. By Besi • 2 min read
In The South New LGBT Liaison Police Officer appointed PC Sarah Laker, the LGBT Liaison officer at Sussex Police for the last few years, has stood down after working tirelessly in the role and achieving some great results. Following the introduction of Sussex Police’s new Local Policing Plan, the role of LGBT Liaison Officer remains, with the post for B By Besi • 1 min read
Arts Big acts under a Big Top at Newcastle Pride X Factor winner Alexandra Burke and chart-topping band S Club are among the first acts announced to perform at this summer’s Newcastle Pride festival. The Pride weekend, supported by headline sponsor, business improvement district, NE1 will take place on July 20-22 and be held for the first time at By Besi • 3 min read
Community News Bobo-Bear launches 2018 Brighton Bear Weekend t-shirts Bobo-Bear designer of this years Brighton Bear Weekend logo paid a visit to the city last month for the launch of his t-shirt design for the Brighton Bear Weekend festival in June. On a very wet and stormy Saturday night, fans turned up at Prowler to meet the man behind the art. By Besi • 2 min read
Arts Pride launch new Cultural Development Fund Brighton & Hove Pride launches new Pride Cultural Development Fund supporting local artists and groups. Brighton Pride is earmarking up to £10,000 for community grants to help local artists participate in local 2018 Pride activities and promote Pride’s inclusive ethos. By Besi • 1 min read
Arts Author wants to hear from LGBT soldiers suffering from PTSD Declan Henry, a professional writer, would like to hear from soldiers or ex-soldiers who are LGBT for a new writing project he is working on. He would like to particularly hear from those who are suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or any other mental or emotional distress. By Besi • 1 min read
Arts PREVIEW: Brighton Gin art prize exhibition at Brush Gallery The Brighton Gin Art Exhibition in association with BRUSH opens at the Gloucester Road gallery on Friday, March 9 with over 85 pieces all customised from empty Brighton Gin bottles. The month-long exhibition which kicks off the city’s Spring into Summer arts season will showcase winning and wider en By Besi • 2 min read
Community News ‘Month of Makeup’ – raising money for mental health Every day in May, Marc Edwards will apply his face makeup differently, anything from his favourite cartoon character to a Zombie. He is undertaking the venture ‘Month of Makeup’ to raise awareness and much-needed funds for the Brighton based mental health group, MenTalk Health (MTH), who are current By Besi • 1 min read
Business News Doctor Brightons celebrate ninth and final birthday in March Doctor Brighton’s to celebrate ninth birthday under current owner on Saturday, March 10th with a party to remember. Sadly this will be the last year at the pub for Charles Child as the council who owns the building are not renewing the lease to the Brewery. By Besi • 2 min read
