News New LGBTQ+ theatre, café-bar and workspace under construction on site of former bears club XXL in London A new LGBTQ+ theatre, café-bar and workspace is currently under construction on the site of former bears club XXL at Bankside Yards, on London’s Southbank. Supported with £1.5million of funding from Southwark Council, Chroma is a new LGBTQ+ cultural facility being constructed in the cathedral-like railway arches. It By Graham Robson • 2 min read
North America Trump administration to close national LGBTQ+ youth suicide helpline on 17 July The Trump administration has announced it will discontinue the United States’ national LGBTQ youth suicide helpline on 17 July. The decision, made by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), will end the “Press 3” feature, which connected LGBTQ+ individuals under 25 with trained crisis counsellors. SAMHSA stated By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Labour MP urges stronger sentences for those committing hate-motivated violence Labour MP Jacob Collier has called for tougher penalties for violent crimes motivated by hatred of a person’s sexuality, gender identity or disability, describing the move as a “vital step forward” in protecting marginalised communities. Speaking during a debate on the Government’s Crime and Policing Bill, Collier urged By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Stephen Fry says JK Rowling is a "lost cause" who has been "radicalised by TERFS" Sir Stephen Fry has publicly distanced himself from renowned TERF JK Rowling, expressing deep concern over her views on trans issues. Speaking on The Show People podcast, Fry described Rowling as “a lost cause,” suggesting she has been “radicalised by TERFs” (trans-exclusionary radical feminists) and hardened by the backlash she’ By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Brighton & Hove City Council's financial position has "improved" Brighton & Hove City Council has released a statement on its current financial position, saying "At the end of the 24/25 financial year, the council has a £1million underspend, after taking tough action to make savings including strict vacancy and spending controls". According to the council, early By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Isle of Wight Pride to hold first Charity Football Match against Solent Sports FC-Pride Isle of Wight Pride (IW Pride) has announced they will be holding their first Charity Football Match against Solent Sports FC-Pride, an allies charity football team based in Portsmouth. Taking place on Sunday, 29 June, the event will be an 11-a-side game, multi-gendered and all inclusive. No previous playing experience By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Call to raise essential funds for LGBTQ+ communities in Milton Keynes A non-profit organisation is calling on the community to help raise essential funds to support inclusion, visibility, safety, and wellbeing for LGBTQ+ individuals in Milton Keynes. The Milton Keynes Community Foundation has launched the Rainbow Fund, which will provide grants to local groups, voluntary organisations, and charities working to uplift By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Founding team of Voda, from left to right: Lead Therapist Chris Sheridan MBACP (Accred) FRSA (they/them), CEO Jaron Soh (he/him), CTO Kris Jack PhD (he/him) News Mental health app Voda raises £650,000 funding to support LGBTQ+ communities amid rising UK hostility Voda, the award-winning mental health app built by and for LGBTQ+ people, has raised £650,000 to scale its inclusive, therapist-developed mental health support — at a time when queer and trans communities across the UK are facing increasing hostility, targeted legislation, and limited access to culturally competent care. Co-created with By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Lisbon named most LGBTQ+ friendly city in the world Lisbon has been named the most LGBTQ+ friendly city in the world by Big 7 Travel, which has released its 2025 list of the most LGBTQ+ friendly cities in the world in time for Pride Month. On the list, Dublin comes second while London is in fifth place. The top By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Lincoln Pride to return in scaled-back format amid financial challenges Lincoln Pride will go ahead this year in what organisers are calling a “lifeline” event—though it will look a bit different from previous years. The celebration, which drew over 8,500 attendees last year and featured Liberty X as headliners, had faced potential cancellation due to financial difficulties. This By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Gay icon Kim Woodburn dies after short illness Kim Woodburn, the iconic British television personality best known for co-hosting How Clean Is Your House? and appearing on Celebrity Big Brother, has died at the age of 83 following a short illness, her representatives confirmed on Tuesday. Born in Hampshire, Kim overcame a difficult early life marked by hardship By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Elon Musk’s trans daughter Vivian Wilson makes debut drag performance to raise funds for immigrant rights Vivian Wilson, the 21-year-old trans daughter of Elon Musk, made her debut drag performance last week at a Los Angeles fundraiser supporting immigrant rights. Performing under the stage name Vivllanious, Wilson took to the stage at The Bellwether in a striking black catsuit and metallic corset, proudly waving a trans By Graham Robson • 1 min read
