We wrote to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) in July to point out that in posting keen support for Pride, and in consulting Stonewall, they were not acting as an independent body and risked getting the law wrong. In their reply👇 they admit they wrongly omitted

Our Helpline is up and running. Download an A4 poster to put up on a community noticeboard, in your workplace or university to ensure that young people have access to the support they need. lgballiance.org.uk/resources/

We strongly support our Bulgarian partners @LGBAllianceBG who are fighting a dangerous new law that prevents any discussion of "non-traditional sexual orientation" in schools. It's another Section 28. euractiv.com/section/politi…

We are pleased that the emergency banning order halting the prescribing of puberty blockers to children by online and overseas clinics has been extended. Most young people prescribed puberty blockers will grow up to be LGB. Homosexuality is not a condition to be treated with

We are horrified that a court in Australia has ruled that women there are unable to meet, socialise or organise without men. This ruling means gay or lesbian-only spaces and gatherings are unlawful. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

You could guess where our newest Friends’ Groups are (the clues are in the pictures) or just check out the full list of locations here 👇 lgballiance.org.uk/friends-of-lgb… Join your local group now and you could be making the trip to Conference together 😎

On August 24th 1954, the Wolfenden Committee was set up to examine “homosexual offences” in UK law. Its report was published three years later recommending decriminalisation of private homosexual acts between adult men, and passed in the 1967 Sexual Offences Act. #LGBHistory

Say hello to Rory. He runs our Gloucester Friends’ Group. If you’d like to get together with other LGB people in your area (who are just as nice as Rory) check our website to find your nearest Group. 👇 lgballiance.org.uk/friends-of-lgb…

Join us at Conference to hear why Lizzy’s legal victory matters for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals. October 11 at the QEII Centre - get your tickets here 👇 lgballiance.org.uk/conference/

Join us at Conference to understand how bias and bigotry became hard-wired into the broadcast media and to hear what we can do to change the narrative. Get your tickets for October 11th now 👇 lgballiance.org.uk/conference/

Join us at Conference to hear the most influential legal voices provide insights and analysis on the legislation that impacts lesbians, gay men and bisexuals. Get your tickets here for October 11th 👇 lgballiance.org.uk/conference/

A big thank you to all our supporters ❤️

Born August 29th 1844, Edward Carpenter was a trailblazing gay activist, socialist, trade unionist, poet, and champion of women's suffrage. He lived openly with his lover, and his writings were landmarks in advocacy for homosexual equality. #LGBHistory britannica.com/biography/Edwa…

Join us at Conference to hear how gay men are reclaiming their autonomy. October 11th at the QEII Centre in London - get your tickets here 👇 lgballiance.org.uk/conference/

Actor, comedian and presenter Christopher Biggins has been a star of stage and screen for more than 50 years. His visibility as an out gay man has had enormous impact for LGB people. Join us at Conference to see Kate Harris and Biggins in conversation! Anything could happen 🤩

Eurovision comes to the QEII for Conference. Join us to see Tonje and Edith of Hungry Hearts in a performance that includes their Norwegian entry, Laika. It’s possibly the most Eurovision song ever! Get your ticket for October 11th here 👇 lgballiance.org.uk/conference/

Join us at Conference to hear the international perspective on the fight for LGB rights. Get your tickets for October 11th here 👇 lgballiance.org.uk/conference/

Measured statement from Wes Streeting which avoids the term ‘trans child’ in favour of children with gender incongruence. This important distinction lets clinicians ask if other factors, such as emerging same-sex attraction, drive feelings of dysphoria. questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-statem…