Brighton by-election: A statement by Simon Charleton (Labour)
The candidate said he will campaign against hate crime, secure funding for LGBTQI+ services, and be a tireless advocate for the trans community against misinformation and abuse.
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Brighton by-election: A statement by Adrian Hart (Independent)
The candidate said: "We’ve come far since Section 28, but safeguarding in schools is at risk. Parents’ concerns are ignored, and pupils face medical interventions without proper clinical qualifications. This is about safeguarding, nothing else."
Brighton by-election: A statement by Rüdiger Dikty-Daudiyan (Liberal Democrats)
The candidate said: “As a proud gay man, I’m committed to LGBTQ+ safety, year-round. From tackling hate crimes to protecting community spaces and inclusive education, my focus is on dignity, safety, and equality for everyone in Queen’s Park.”
Brighton by-election: A statement by John Shepherd (Reform UK)
The candidate said: “I’m standing to represent everyone in Queen’s Park. My focus is on safety, community pride, and fairness, tackling anti-social behaviour, housing issues, and rising council taxes while listening to residents’ concerns.”
Brighton by-election: A statement by Marina Lademacher (Green Party)
The candidate said: "The fight for LGBTQ+ rights is far from over. Labour has failed to deliver on promises and continues cuts that hit the most vulnerable. Only the Greens stand firm on taxing the rich, protecting protest, and defending the community in Brighton & Hove."
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As the UK prepares to go to the polls on July 4, the nation’s two main parties – the Labour Party and the Conservatives – have released their manifestos, with LGBTQ+ issues and policies featuring in both. Key topics – such as gender-affirming care, conversion therapy and single-sex spaces – have bee
LGBT+ Labour raises “record funds” to support LGBTQ+ parliamentary Labour candidates
LGBT+ Labour has announced it has raised £27,500 to support LGBTQ+ Labour parliamentary candidates ahead of the general election on July 4, surpassing the previous record held since the 2015 general election. LGBTQ+ Labour said: “LGBTQ+ rights and freedoms are increasingly under threat: from the ris