SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon has vowed to end transphobia within the party General News Nicola Sturgeon condemns transphobia Nicola Sturgeon, the leader of the Scottish National Party, spoke out against transphobia amid accusations that the political group has become a ‘hub’ of anti-trans rhetoric. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Scotland to continue providing puberty blockers Scotland intends to continue providing puberty blockers for young trans people, following a UK court ruling which will prevent those under 16 from accessing the hormone treatment. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Western Isles rejects LGBTQ+ inclusive education The Western Isles council voted overwhelmingly in favour of rejecting LGBTQ+ inclusive sex education in place of Roman Catholic teachings on relationships, sexual health and parenthood (RSHP). By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
Community News Scottish Trans joins legal challenge to protect gender equality on public authority boards Scottish Trans is given permission to intervene in a legal case which is seeking to throw out legislation passed two years ago, ensuring greater involvement of women in public life in Scotland By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community News Winter Social Dance Clubs for LGBTQ+ elders to add sparkle to December The Coming Back Out Ball social dance clubs, a celebration of LGBTQ+ elders in Scotland, are to bring some magic, warmth and sparkle to December with two FREE events. By Graham Robson • 3 min read
Business News Trans woman refused service in UK pub 19-year-old trans woman Savanna Galloway was ‘left in tears’ after being refused service at The Counting House (Wetherspoons) in Glasgow. Staff refused to serve Galloway, arguing her ID photo was not her. By Rachel Badham • 1 min read
Community Police Scotland stop labelling HIV as ‘contagious’ HIV Scotland force Police Scotland to stop labelling people living with HIV “contagious” on intelligence database. By Contributor • 3 min read
