IN PICTURES: London Trans+ Pride 2025 - "We will not be erased, shamed, segregated or forced back into the margins."

London Trans+ Pride (LT+P) made history yesterday (Saturday, 26 July) as over 100,000 attendees marched through central London, obliterating last year's world record of 60,000 and cementing its status as the largest Trans Pride event in history. The march, themed Existence and Resistance, brought together trans+ people and allies in an unprecedented show of solidarity at a critical time for the community.

Powerful speeches were delivered by Heartstopper and Doctor Who actress Yasmin Finney, trans rights campaigner Caroline Litman - whose transgender daughter Alice died from suicide in 2022 after waiting almost three years for gender-affirming healthcare - activists from Trans Kids Deserve Better, and many more voices calling for justice, dignity and an end to systemic marginalisation.

Speaking about this year's historic turnout, Lewis G Burton (they/she), one of the founding members of London Trans+ Pride, said: "This year’s London Trans+ Pride made history once again, with over 100,000 trans+ people and allies marching through central London - smashing our own world record of 60,000 and continuing our legacy as the biggest Trans+ Pride event in history.

"It was an emotional and powerful day. At a time when the Supreme Court is making sweeping decisions about trans people without consulting a single trans person or organisation, and when a small, well-funded lobby of anti-trans campaigners continues to dominate headlines and waste public resources, our community came together to show what real strength, solidarity and care looks like.

"I feel honoured to have platformed some of the most inspiring activists, organisers, and trans people from across the globe. London Trans+ Pride was a vital act of resistance and joy - a reminder to trans+ people that they are not alone, that they are celebrated, and that they belong.

"The message was clear: we will not be erased. Our existence is natural, historic, and enduring. You can try to take away our rights, but you will never remove us from society. We are a part of humanity - and the public will not stand by while harm is done to our community."

Yasmin Finney (she/her) delivered a stirring speech that resonated through the crowd, declaring: "I will never give up. Not because it's easy. Not because it's expected. But because the next generation is watching - and they deserve better." She reminded the audience: "Our existence is not new. We are ancient. We are sacred. And we are part of the timeless human story of becoming who we truly are."

Finney powerfully challenged misconceptions: "So when people try to say we're a phase or a threat - just remember: Trans people have always been here. And we've always existed... We are valid. We are powerful. We are the future. We don't need permission to exist - we never did. We've always belonged. And we're done asking."

Caroline Litman (she/her), author of Her Name Is Alice and member of NION Women, delivered an emotional address about her late daughter Alice and called for greater allyship: "We need them to not just see this truth, but speak truth to lies when they hear them. We must recruit an army of everyday cis supporters, spreading the word: the kids are alright... Speak up for those you stand with today. Every day."

Litman challenged false narratives: "Transphobia is not feminist. Tackling harassment, discrimination, violence and abuse, in all its forms is feminism. Feminists who attack trans rights and do little else are false feminists. They do not speak for us."

The march garnered unprecedented support from prominent figures across entertainment, politics and activism. Jeremy Corbyn declared: "There has never been a more important time to turn up in solidarity with the trans community. Trans people are one of the most marginalised groups in society, but they are so much more than that. They are artists. They are writers. They are campaigners. Above all, they are human beings who just want to live in dignity and peace."

Singer Jessie Ware affirmed: "Trans rights are human rights. I proudly stand with the trans community - with love and respect, always." Actress and activist Jameela Jamil added: "The trans community are leaders in freedom, passion, solidarity, and frankly, fun. It is in the best interests of our society to uphold and protect them."

Eddie Suzy Izzard stated simply: "Women's Rights are Human Rights and Trans Rights are Human Rights. End of story. We have to make this work." Harris Dickinson reflected: "Witnessing the strength, unity, and love at London Trans+ Pride was a powerful reminder of the importance of standing with the trans community - not just today, but every day."

Munroe Bergdorf, who marched alongside the record-breaking crowd, emphasised: "With British trans people facing so much uncertainty... It's essential that as many of us as possible take to the streets in protest, to show our pride and that we will not be erased, shamed, segregated or forced back into the margins."

This year's record-breaking march comes at a pivotal moment following the Supreme Court ruling that redefined "biological sex" in a way that enables exclusion of trans women from single-sex services - a decision made without consultation from a single trans-led organisation.

The march maintained its calls for urgent action including a total ban on conversion therapy, fully funded gender-affirming healthcare, shorter waiting times for trans patients, and legal recognition for non-binary people. As organisers emphasise, trans+ liberation is intrinsically connected to racial justice, disability justice, and economic justice.

London Trans+ Pride gathered at Langham Place at 1pm on Saturday 26th July 2025. The march departed at 2pm and concluded at Parliament Square Gardens, with speeches taking place from 5-6pm. The event was supported by approximately 500 trained volunteer stewards, first-aid volunteers, and an all-queer Welfare team from Safe Only. 

The message from yesterday's historic march was clear: the trans+ community and their allies will not be silenced, marginalised or erased. As the crowd of 100,000+ demonstrated, love, solidarity and resistance continue to grow stronger.