News Trans man denied Gender Recognition Certificate over attempt to conceive A trans man has been denied legal recognition of his gender by the Gender Recognition Panel (GRP) after it ruled that his attempt to conceive a child meant he was not “living as a man”. The decision has sparked outrage among human rights advocates and legal experts, who argue it By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Government moves to expedite support for LGBTQ+ veterans LGBTQ+ veterans who were dismissed, discharged or mistreated due to their sexuality while serving in the Armed Forces between 1967 and 2000 will now receive financial support more swiftly, the UK Government has announced. The Ministry of Defence has announced an expansion of the team handling applications, with five additional By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Reform UK councillor Mandy Clare to appear in court following arrest at Pride event Mandy Clare, a Reform UK councillor representing Winsford Dene on Cheshire West and Chester Council, is scheduled to appear at Crewe Magistrates’ Court on Friday, 8 August. This follows her arrest on 28 June at the Winsford Pride event, where she was detained on suspicion of assault and criminal damage. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Brighton & Hove gears up to celebrate two weeks of Pride With just a couple of weeks to go, Brighton & Hove is preparing to welcome back its iconic Pride celebrations, promising a fortnight of vibrant events, community spirit, and powerful messages of unity and inclusion. This year marks a landmark collaboration between Trans Pride and Brighton Pride, uniting under the By Graham Robson • 2 min read
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
