Community News Save money and reduce waste with the Brighton & Hove Library of Things Brighton & Hove residents can now borrow useful items like drills, carpet cleaners and sound systems, for free, from the Library of Things – a community-powered social enterprise that helps people save money and reduce waste, which also encourages people to share practical DIY skills with others in By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News England and Wales will NOT wear the OneLove armband during the World Cup in Qatar It has been confirmed by seven Football Associations – from England, Wales and other European nations – that team captains – including Harry Kane – will not wear the OneLove armband to promote diversity and inclusion at the World Cup in Qatar, due to players being put “in a position where they could By Graham Robson • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News Brighton LGBTQ+ Sports Society to run free football taster session on Saturday, November 26 It’s a great way to get involved in football, meet new people and play in a pressure-free and high-fun environment. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Joe Lycett shreds £10,000 as David Beckham refuses to end his World Cup ambassadorship with anti-LGBTQ+ Qatar On Sunday November 20, the day that the FIFA World Cup was due to kick off in Qatar, Joe Lycett shredded David Beckham’s reputation as an LGBTQ+ ally alongside £10,000 of his own money live on Benderslikebeckham.com By Catherine Muxworthy • 2 min read
International News Five dead and at least 18 injured after shooting inside gay club in Colorado Springs, owned by Matthew Haynes and Brandon Mills of Affinity Bar Brighton Matthew and Brandon are reported as being safe but five friends and staff members died and at least 18 people were injured. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Brighton LGBTIQ+ History Club to mark World AIDS Day on Sunday, November 27 For this end of November edition, the history club we will be meeting at Brighton Museum to explore, discuss, and remember local stories from HIV activists and historians. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Qatar London embassy picketed before World Cup Ninety people, including football fans, joined a colourful noisy protest outside Qatar’s London embassy today, Saturday, November 19, the day before the start of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Birmingham Hare & Hounds, Kings Heath to donate to LGBTQ+ charities during the World Cup The Hare & Hounds in Birmingham’s Kings Heath area has vowed to donate 10% of bar revenue, during World Cup screenings, to LGBTQ+ charities in response to the football competition being held in a country with poor human rights records, including for women, migrants, and LGBTQ+ citizens. By Catherine Muxworthy • 1 min read
Fundraising News BLAGSS’ Bowling Extravaganza raises £500 for Lunch Positive Brighton LGBTQ+ Sports Society (BLAGSS) held its annual Bowling Extravaganza at the Marina in November, raising £500 for local HIV charity Lunch Positive By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Kathy Caton Business News Brighton Gin founder, Kathy Caton, appointed to Gin Guild’s board In the coveted role Kathy will champion smaller distilleries advocating for the advantages that joining the respected industry body affords artisan producers in the UK and worldwide. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News The Brighton Half Marathon to return on Sunday, February 26, 2023 The event is local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon’s biggest fundraising event of the year By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Brighton & Hove to mark Trans Day of Remembrance on Sunday, November 20 The event, which is co-organised by TNBI and LGBTQ+ organisations / charities and is free for all to attend – will run from 12-4pm, and will start with community speakers in Jubilee Square from 12pm, before a performance from Rainbow Chorus, and a light lunch in the neighbouring TLC. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
