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
News Dr Sam Hall resigns from WellBN amidst NHS scrutiny: A loss for trans healthcare in Brighton Dr Sam Hall, a respected advocate for trans healthcare and former lead clinician at Brighton’s WellBN practice, has stepped down from his role amid an ongoing NHS investigation into gender-affirming care for under-18s. WellBN, known for its inclusive and affirming Trans Health Hub, has been under scrutiny since June, By Scene Editorial Team • 2 min read
UK Good Law Project urges Ofcom to act over TalkTV’s “transphobic hate” Good Law Project has intensified its campaign against TalkTV, accusing the broadcaster of repeatedly violating UK broadcasting laws by airing what it describes as “a torrent of transphobic hate”. The legal advocacy group is now calling on Ofcom to take decisive action to curb what it sees as a pattern By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News The Hierophanies Tarot: a new queer inclusive tarot deck After a successful Kickstarter campaign in which the deck reached its funding target in just 36 hours, the Hierophanies Tarot Deck, a new queer tarot deck centring LGBTQ+ identities, is now available online and in selected stores. “The online campaign opened at 7am and the pledges started pouring in,” queer/ By Graham Robson • 3 min read
UK Gender critic takes Northumbria Police to court for participating in Newcastle Pride March A High Court judge has ruled that the Chief Constable of Northumbria Police acted unlawfully by allowing uniformed officers to participate in last year’s Newcastle Pride parade. The legal challenge was brought by Lindsey Smith, a Newcastle resident who identifies as a lesbian and holds gender-critical views. Ms Smith By Graham Robson • 3 min read
News Government’s new Relationships, Sex and Health Education Guidance: A mixed bag for LGBTQ+ inclusion The UK Government has released its update to the Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) guidance, with a stated aim of modernising how schools approach sensitive topics. While the Department for Education claims the new framework is designed to support all pupils, LGBTQ+ advocates have expressed cautious optimism mixed with By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Culture Duke of York's Brighton to host 12th Annual Brighton Trans Pride Film Festival Tomorrow, Friday, 18 July, Duke of York's Picturehouse in Brighton will be hosting the 12th Annual Brighton Trans Pride Film Festival - a highlight of the Trans Pride Brighton weekend. The event includes a carefully curated programme of brand new short films from talented trans storytellers all over By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Pride Metrobus collaborating with Crawley Pride for third annual Pride Roadshow Metrobus is collaborating with Crawley Pride to bring you the third annual Pride Roadshow tomorrow, Friday, 18 July. This year's journey will depart Pease Pottage services at 6.30pm, before stopping at Crawley Bus Station from 7 - 7.15pm and then making another pit stop at Gatwick By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Gay man awarded compensation after ‘exorcism’ at Sheffield church in the US A gay man has received a five-figure settlement from a Church of England-linked congregation in Sheffield after being subjected to a so-called “exorcism” intended to change his sexual orientation. Matthew Drapper, 37, was volunteering at St Thomas Philadelphia (STP) church in 2014 when he was told by prayer leaders that By Graham Robson • 1 min read
