General News Update: court ruling to limit access to puberty blockers ‘a terrible blow’ to trans youth A new ruling from the British high court means trans people under 16 will require legal approval before accessing puberty blockers, causing nationwide dismay for trans youth. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Belfast partners are the first UK trans couple to have twins Adrianne (49) and Michael Elson-Steven (42), who live in Belfast, are the first trans couple in UK history to give birth to twins. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News House of Lords member suspended over homophobia On December 3, it was announced that Lord Ken Maginnis, 82, is being suspended for at least 18 months by the Lords Conduct Committee, after harassing various LGBTQ+ MPs. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
Business News Judgment of Taylor vs Jaguar Land Rover case is a significant step for non-binary rights The judgement of the Ms Taylor versus the Jaguar Land Rover corporation was published this week, detailing the landmark ruling which saw Ms Taylor claim workplace discrimination on the basis of their non-binary identity. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Cornwall sees two homophobic incidents in November Cornwall has seen multiple reports of homophobic harassment, both directed at gay men, throughout November. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Mayor of Hertsmere accused of homophobia after 2014 comments resurface Rabbi and councillor Alan Plancey, who is the mayor of Herefordshire town, Hertsmere, has been accused of being anti-LGBTQ+. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Lush donates thousands to anti-trans group UK based high-street cosmetic company, Lush, has donated thousands to anti-trans group, Woman’s Place UK, through the sales of its ‘charity pots’. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Court rules non-binary people can be granted asylum The Upper Tribunal court, which handles immigration and asylum cases, explictly ruled that those at risk being persecuted for their non-binary or gender diverse identity can seek asylum in the UK. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News #LGBTatSchool highlights need for anti-bullying campaigns LGBTQ+ organisation, Stonewall, asked social media users to share their experiences of being queer at school to demonstrate the serverity of anti-LGBTQ+ bullying. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Bishop of Blackburn threatens to quit over LGBTQ+ rights Julian Tudor Henderson, the bishop of Blackburn and one of 42 serving bishops in the Church of England, has threatened to quit his position if the establishment continues to progress towards LGBTQ+ inclusive policies and teachings. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Actor John Cleese accused of transphobia English actor John Cleese, best known for co-founding the Monty Python comedy troupe, has been accused of transphobia after defending author JK Rowling and joking about trans identities on social media. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
General News Trans teen in legal battle with NHS An English 14-year-old trans boy, Reece (who has not disclosed his full name), is beginning legal proceedings against the NHS after delays to transitional treatment. By Rachel Badham • 2 min read
