Transgender News Republicans, and two Democrats, vote to ban trans women and girls from school sports Republicans, and two Democrats, have voted to ban trans women and girls from school sports. The Bill would rewrite current legislation to define sex as “reproductive biology and genetics at birth” – effectively banning trans athletes from competing on teams matching their gender identity at any scho By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News Trans activists hold “noise demo” to show solidarity with Zoe Watts, a trans woman currently being held in a male prison wing Words and pictures by Milo Chandler – http://IMDmilo.com Within the bastions of the almost 1,000-year-old Lincoln Castle, a group of trans activists held a ‘noise demo’ to show solidarity with Zoe Watts, a trans woman currently being held in a male prison wing. Standing outside the castle, activists By Contributor • 1 min read
Sport The UK’s only LGBTQ+ hockey club urges England Hockey to think again after governing body bans trans players from competing The UK’s only LGBTQ+ hockey club, London Royals Hockey Club, has urged England Hockey to think again after the governing body announced trans players will be banned from competing in the women’s game for the 2025/26 season. England Hockey announced in January 2025 that protection of “fair competitio By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Sport “All trans people should be included in sports.” Trans college basketball star Harriet Mackenzie speaks out after facing transphobic abuse on social media Trans college basketball star Harriet Mackenzie has spoken out, saying that “all trans people should be included in sports.” The Canadian player, who plays for Vancouver Island University team, explained that she began transitioning in ‘kindergarten or first grade’, adding: ‘I’m playing at a major b By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Sport Trans players banned from competing in women’s hockey Trans players will be banned from competing in women’s hockey as of next season, governing body England Hockey has announced. England Hockey has said that the protection of “fair competition” was behind the move that will see the introduction of separate female and open categories, thereby ending tr By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Transgender News Trans+Pride London to return to the capital this year on Saturday, July 26 After a record breaking Trans Pride in 2024, Trans+Pride London will return to the capital this year on Saturday, July 26. Since 2018, LTP has organised the annual London Trans+ Pride March, which sees tens of thousands from trans communities and allies gather in the capital. At its core, the London By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Transgender News “We already exist. We’re already here. We always have been.” Baby Reindeer star Nava Mau opens up about finding hope in the trans community Nava Mau, who stars in Netflix’s award-winning limited series Baby Reindeer, has opened up about finding hope in the trans community and navigating a dark time for trans people in America. Speaking at this year’s Golden Globes, the award-winning actor said: “We’re not giving up. We’re banding togeth By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News Body of 18-year-old trans woman lay undiscovered in her flat for two days The body of an 18-year-old trans woman lay undiscovered for two days in her flat, an inquest has heard. Emma Alraabeah came to the UK in 2022 – aged 16 – after fearing persecution in her home country of Saudi Arabia. The emergency services were called to her flat in Harlow, Essex, on 26 June […] By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Transgender News Chinese authorities pull the plug on several performances from Jin Xing, a well-known trans dancer and TV host Chinese authorities have abruptly cancelled several performances from Jin Xing, a well-known trans dancer and TV host, sparking fears of Beijing’s tightening grip on the ideological and cultural expression of the LGBTQ+ community. Jin, known for her modern dance and candid television persona, is a r By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Transgender News Labour councillor quits Labour Party after refusing to “stand by and accept” the party banning puberty blockers for under-18s questioning their gender identity Zoe Hughes, a councillor on Exeter City Council, has quit the Labour Party after refusing to “stand by and accept” the party banning puberty blockers for under-18s questioning their gender identity. Hughes, who will now serve as an Independent, said: “As a queer person, I have often felt alone and m By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News “We’re standing stronger and louder than ever.” Trans Pride Brighton & Hove to return on July 19 Trans Pride Brighton & Hove will return this year on Saturday, July 19 with organisers promising “the biggest year for Trans Pride yet”. Organisers have just started the planning and preparation for Trans Pride in 2025 with more info coming soon. In the meantime, they have said: “Calling 2024 a toug By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News Trans patients “devastated” after GP practice withdraws treatment enabling them to transition Trans patients say they have been left “devastated” by a GP practice’s decision to withdraw treatment enabling them to transition. Jubilee Park Medical Partnership in Nottinghamshire announced it would stop prescribing trans healthcare to patients, including those currently on hormone replacement th By Graham Robson • 2 min read
