News FA now requires trans men to declare they are ‘Biologically Female’ before they can play The Football Association (FA) has introduced a controversial update to its trans participation policy, requiring trans men who wish to play in male competitions to formally declare that they are “biologically female”. The new rules, which came into effect in June 2025, follow an April ruling by the UK Supreme By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Football Pride to return in August Football Pride, a leading celebration of LGBTQ+ inclusion in football, is set to return on Friday, 29 August at The Y Theatre in Leicester. Organised by Football v Homophobia (FvH), the one-day event promises a vibrant mix of creativity, community, and campaigning, bringing together LGBTQ+ people and allies from all By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News ESME Doll takes the Crown: 16-Year-Old drag queen dazzles at school prom In a moment that lit up the halls of Orchard School Bristol, 16-year-old Alfie Smith - better known by his drag persona ESME Doll - made a bold and statement by attending his school prom in full drag, dressed head-to-toe in a Barbie-inspired ensemble that turned heads and warmed hearts. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Europe Ireland's The Gay Project launches Cork Queer College The Gay Project, one of Ireland’s longest-standing LGBTQ+ advocacy organisations, has announced the launch of Cork Queer College, a pioneering educational initiative aimed at creating a radically inclusive learning environment for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. The announcement follows the Gay Project’s recent milestone — the acquisition of its first By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Stonewall unveils new approach in a "challenging era of LGBTQ+ rights" To coincide with Pride season, Stonewall, the UK-based LGBTQ+ rights charity, has launched a sweeping new strategic direction aimed at confronting what it calls a “global rollback” of LGBTQ+ rights. Under the banner “In courage and unity, is hope,” Stonewall’s new approach marks a return to its activist roots, By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Drag Bus queens slay at Pride in London For the second year in a row the queens from Drag Bus took part in Pride in London and wowed the crowds with their message of ‘love, respect and equality’. Drag Bus, which was launched in Brighton two years ago has since expanded to London and Bournemouth, with Belfast, Bristol, By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News #SOProud: Southampton Pride to return bigger, bolder, and more inclusive than ever! Southampton is preparing to host one of its most anticipated events of the year as Southampton Pride 2025 returns for a two-day celebration over the August Bank Holiday Weekend, from Saturday, 23 August to Sunday, 24 August. Now in its second year as a weekend-long festival, this year’s Pride By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Directory to support LGBTQ+ individuals with their mental health launches in memory of 'Strictly' star Robin Windsor A new online directory aimed at supporting LGBTQ+ individuals with their mental health has been launched in memory of the late Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor. The initiative, titled Ask Bobby, was unveiled in June and is already being hailed as a vital resource for the community. The directory By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Peter Tatchell calls on Manchester Pride to ban police from Pride Veteran human rights and LGBTQ+ campaigner Peter Tatchell has urged Manchester Pride to ban Greater Manchester Police (GMP) from marching in this year’s Pride parade on 23 August unless the Chief Constable issues a formal apology for the "force’s past homophobic persecution of LGBTQ+ people". In By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News The UK’s queer- and trans-owned brewery Queer Brewing launches collab with Joe Lycett London-based LGBTQ+ brewery Queer Brewing has announced their latest collaboration, a pale ale with comedian, painter, and TV presenter Joe Lycett, to celebrate the fourth year of Queens Heath Pride, a community Pride event founded by Lycett in 2022, alongside local pub The Juke. Queens Heath Pride began in 2021 By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News A New Chapter: Joshua Cavallo, one of football's most prominent LGBTQ+ advocates, moves from Australia to UK Joshua Cavallo, one of football's most prominent LGBTQ+ advocates, has moved from Australia to the UK following the end of his contract with Adelaide United. Cavallo, 25, rose to international prominence in 2021 when he became the first openly gay male footballer actively playing in a top-flight league. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Gender-critical detective loses tribunal case against Met Police over Trans Rights event Detective Constable Melanie Newman has lost an employment tribunal case against the Metropolitan Police, where she alleged discrimination based on her gender-critical beliefs. Newman, who holds the view that biological sex is immutable, claimed she felt like “Daniel in the lion’s den” during a Met Police event celebrating Trans By Graham Robson • 2 min read
