News North Yorkshire Police officers banned from attending Pride events while in uniform North Yorkshire Police officers have been banned from wearing their uniforms while participating in Pride events, following a directive from Chief Constable Tim Forber. The decision comes in the wake of a High Court ruling that found Northumbria Police acted unlawfully by allowing uniformed officers to take part in a By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Pride Trans Pride Brighton 2025: A Celebration of Visibility, Solidarity and Trans Joy On Saturday, 19 July, Brighton once again became a beacon of pride and protest as thousands gathered for Trans Pride Brighton 2025 - Europe’s first and largest Trans Pride event. Now in its thirteenth year, the grassroots celebration continues to champion trans rights, visibility and community resilience. The day By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Brighton & Hove unites to mark Zero HIV Stigma Day Jubilee Square came alive on Monday as Brighton & Hove united to mark Zero HIV Stigma Day, a powerful day of solidarity, education, and community action aimed at eradicating the stigma surrounding HIV. Organised by the Martin Fisher Foundation in collaboration with local organisations, including Lunch Positive, Terrence Higgins Trust By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Culture K-pop star Cherry comes out as trans In a heartfelt and courageous announcement, South Korean K-pop idol Cherry, formerly known as Ryujin, has come out as a trans woman, marking a significant moment for trans visibility in the K-pop industry. Cherry, who rose to fame as a member of the boy group Jwiiver after appearing on the By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News YouGov research finds LGBTQ+ Britons feel less safe in public than straight counterparts New research from YouGov has revealed that LGBTQ+ Britons are significantly less likely to feel safe in public spaces than their heterosexual peers, with many avoiding public displays of affection due to fear of abuse. The findings show that while the Pride flag provides a sense of reassurance for many By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Stephanie Lynnette LT+P organiser. Photo by Max Siegel Pride London Trans+ Pride launch brings together celebs and community leaders ahead of historic march next week London Trans+ Pride brought together prominent activists, celebrities and advocates at the Mandrake Hotel yesterday for a powerful press launch ahead of the historic march on Saturday, 26 July. Last year's march broke records as the largest trans march in history, with over 60,000 attendees, and organisers By Graham Robson • 3 min read
News Cambridgeshire councillors back motion supporting Trans Rights A majority of councillors on Cambridgeshire County Council have voted in favour of a motion affirming their support for the rights of trans and non-binary communities, in a move hailed by campaigners as a vital stand for equality. The motion, brought forward by Liberal Democrat councillor Alison Whelan, was debated By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Kate Nash announced as secret special guest at this year's Trans Pride Brighton Acclaimed British singer-songwriter Kate Nash is set to perform today at Trans Pride Brighton at Victoria Gardens, bringing both her musical talent and her outspoken activism to one of the UK’s most significant celebrations of trans lives. Nash has become an increasingly vocal ally of the trans community in By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Features & Longread Bring the honey to Brighton Bear Weekend Brighton Bear Weekend 2025: Hugs, Honey, and Heartfelt Vibes If you’ve never been lovingly encouraged to dip yourself in honey and throw yourself to the bears, then you, my friend, have never been to Brighton Bear Weekend. I had the joy of attending this year’s sun-drenched celebration as By Liran Notik • 3 min read
North America Barack Obama champions gay friendships as pathway to empathy and kindness Former US President Barack Obama has been praised after advocating for the importance of gay friendships in fostering empathy and emotional intelligence among men. Speaking on the latest episode of IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, a podcast hosted by his wife and brother-in-law, Obama reflected on the emotional By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community Corner Brighton & Hove City Council to fly trans flags this weekend during Trans Pride Brighton Brighton & Hove City Council will be flying the trans flags this weekend to show their continued support for trans, non-binary and intersex (TNBI) communities and Trans Pride Brighton, taking place on Saturday, 19 July. This year’s Trans Pride Brighton begins with a protest march, meeting at Victoria Gardens By Graham Robson • 2 min read
North America Trans sprinter Sadie Schreiner sues Princeton University over alleged trans discrimination Trans sprinter Sadie Schreiner has filed a lawsuit against Princeton University, alleging discrimination after being barred from competing in a women’s race in May. The suit, lodged in Mercer County civil court, claims Schreiner was removed from the final heat sheet of the women’s 200-metre event just 15 By Graham Robson • 1 min read
