Petition launched to keep LGBTQ+ content taught in schools
This counter petition is in response to a Parliamentary petition to have LGBTQ+ issues removed from the Relationship and Sex Education curriculum, which harks back to the dark days of Section 28 – a legislative designation for a series of laws across the UK that prohibited the ‘promotion of homosex
A petition to ensure that LGBTQ+ content remains part of the Relationships and Sex Education curriculum has been launched.
This counter petition is in response to a Parliamentary petition to have LGBTQ+ issues removed from the Relationship and Sex Education curriculum, which harks back to the dark days of Section 28 – a legislative designation for a series of laws across the UK that prohibited the ‘promotion of homosexuality’ by local authorities.
Those responsible for the petition say: “We believe kids should learn about this at an early age. I am sure there are many parents who want their and other children taught about LGBTQ+ issues in primary school.
“There is a petition to remove this content, which we believe is discriminatory. LGBTQ+ people exist, they have the same rights as the rest of us and kids should know them and accept them without judgement or issue. Despite what their parents might believe.”
To sign the petition, CLICK HERE
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