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“More little Prides please.” Juno Dawson attends first ever Bingley Pride

“More little Prides please.” Juno Dawson attends first ever Bingley Pride

Last month, the town of Bingley, West Yorkshire came alive with colour, music, and celebration as it hosted its first-ever Pride event, marking a historic moment for the local LGBTQ+ community and allies. Held at the Bingley Arts Centre, the day began with a grand opening ceremony featuring acclaimed author

Katie Price drops out of Milton Keynes Pride afterparty, organisers slam 'unprofessional' decision

Katie Price drops out of Milton Keynes Pride afterparty, organisers slam 'unprofessional' decision

Katie Price has pulled out of her scheduled headline performance at the official Milton Keynes Pride Festival afterparty, prompting disappointment and backlash from organisers and fans alike. The Milton Keynes Pride Festival team released a statement confirming that Price’s management had informed them she would not be honouring her

Graphic for Scenemag election special featuring Brighton Queen’s Park. A ballot box with a paper showing a checked box is shown, with a soft gradient background in purple and pink tones.

Brighton By-Election Special: How solid are the Queen's Park candidates on LGBTQ+ issues?

A by-election will take place in Brighton’s Queen’s Park ward on Thursday 18 September 2025, following the resignation of Labour councillor Tristram Burden. Cllr Burden, 46, who was elected in the 2023 local elections and announced his resignation on 29 July, said the following in his resignation statement:

Pride in London CEO under Investigation amid allegations of financial misconduct and workplace bullying

Pride in London CEO under Investigation amid allegations of financial misconduct and workplace bullying

Christopher Joell-Deshields, Chief Executive Officer of Pride in London, is at the centre of a growing controversy following allegations of financial misconduct and workplace bullying. An internal investigation has been launched by the organisation’s board after whistleblower claims surfaced, prompting scrutiny over Joell-Deshields’ leadership and use of organisational resources.

Petition calls for permanent rainbow landmark to celebrate Brighton & Hove's LGBTQ+ communities

Petition calls for permanent rainbow landmark to celebrate Brighton & Hove's LGBTQ+ communities

A public petition has been launched urging Brighton & Hove City Council to install a permanent rainbow installation in the city, which would “demonstrate our city’s leadership, pride, and commitment to visibility”. The petition, which runs till 22 October, reads: “Brighton & Hove has long been recognised as the

Trans and LGBTQ+ rights organisations call for Parliamentary Scrutiny of forthcoming EHRC Code of Practice

Trans and LGBTQ+ rights organisations call for Parliamentary Scrutiny of forthcoming EHRC Code of Practice

More than 80 trans and LGBTQ+ rights organisations have signed a joint statement urging MPs to demand full scrutiny and debate over the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) forthcoming Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations. The statement, released on 1 September, warns that the proposed

Graham Linehan arrested at Heathrow over social media posts on trans issues

Graham Linehan arrested at Heathrow over social media posts on trans issues

Graham Linehan, the controversial co-creator of Father Ted, has been arrested at Heathrow Airport on suspicion of inciting violence through social media posts concerning trans people. The 57-year-old Irish comedy writer was detained by five officers upon arrival from Arizona on Monday afternoon. According to Linehan, he was escorted to

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