Manchester Pride organisers issue statement after performers and suppliers claim they haven't been paid
Manchester Pride has issued a statement following mounting claims from performers and suppliers that they are still awaiting payment for their work at the 2025 festival, held in August. Several artists, including drag performer Saki Yew of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, have publicly voiced frustration over unpaid fees, citing
Oscar Wilde's library card reissued by British Library 130 years after being revoked over gay conviction
The British Library will symbolically reinstate the Reader Pass that belonged to the renowned poet and writer Oscar Wilde. As revealed in a Trustees’ entry in the British Museum’s Standing Committee Papers, Wilde was officially excluded from the Library on 15 June 1895, which at the time was still
Trans Brighton-based musician, songwriter and mentor Miri Layzell wins Young Leader Award at Youth Music Awards
Miri Layzell, a trans Brighton-based musician, songwriter and mentor - who creates safe, inclusive spaces for queer and trans youth - has been named the winner of the Young Leader Award, supported by Arts Council England, at the annual Youth Music Awards 2025 in association with Hal Leonard Europe. MiriLatest Articles
EHRC accused of ‘bullying’ government to push through "harmful and unworkable proposals"
The government was urged in the House of Lords last night not to let themselves be “bullied by the EHRC” as a row erupted between the regulator and the government over their intervention - publicly pressuring Equality Minister Bridget Phillipson to stop scrutinising proposals and accept them immediately. The Equality
Manchester Pride organisers issue statement after performers and suppliers claim they haven't been paid
Manchester Pride has issued a statement following mounting claims from performers and suppliers that they are still awaiting payment for their work at the 2025 festival, held in August. Several artists, including drag performer Saki Yew of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, have publicly voiced frustration over unpaid fees, citing
Oscar Wilde's library card reissued by British Library 130 years after being revoked over gay conviction
The British Library will symbolically reinstate the Reader Pass that belonged to the renowned poet and writer Oscar Wilde. As revealed in a Trustees’ entry in the British Museum’s Standing Committee Papers, Wilde was officially excluded from the Library on 15 June 1895, which at the time was still
Trans Brighton-based musician, songwriter and mentor Miri Layzell wins Young Leader Award at Youth Music Awards
Miri Layzell, a trans Brighton-based musician, songwriter and mentor - who creates safe, inclusive spaces for queer and trans youth - has been named the winner of the Young Leader Award, supported by Arts Council England, at the annual Youth Music Awards 2025 in association with Hal Leonard Europe. Miri
Trans support charity Mermaids announces appointment of new CEO
Trans support charity Mermaids has appointed Johanna Hardy (she/her) as new Chief Executive Officer. Jo will be taking up the role in November, bringing more than 20 years of leadership experience in the charity sector. Her career includes senior roles at Young Minds, Gingerbread, Contact and Mencap, with a
Good Law Project: "EHRC has withdrawn interim guidance encouraging trans exclusion"
Good Law Project has announced the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has taken down its "controversial interim guidance", which was rushed out in April, days after the Supreme Court’s decision on the meaning of “sex” under the Equality Act 2010. The guidance, which faces an ongoing
First look at Elliot Page’s upcoming documentary on queerness in the animal kingdom
The first teaser has been released for Oscar-nominated actor Elliot Page's upcoming nature documentary Second Nature, a bold and enlightening exploration of queerness in the animal kingdom. The film, which Page narrates and executive produces, challenges long-held myths about gender and sexuality in nature, revealing that same-sex behaviour,Culture
Trans Brighton-based musician, songwriter and mentor Miri Layzell wins Young Leader Award at Youth Music Awards
Miri Layzell, a trans Brighton-based musician, songwriter and mentor - who creates safe, inclusive spaces for queer and trans youth - has been named the winner of the Young Leader Award, supported by Arts Council England, at the annual Youth Music Awards 2025 in association with Hal Leonard Europe. Miri
First look at Elliot Page’s upcoming documentary on queerness in the animal kingdom
The first teaser has been released for Oscar-nominated actor Elliot Page's upcoming nature documentary Second Nature, a bold and enlightening exploration of queerness in the animal kingdom. The film, which Page narrates and executive produces, challenges long-held myths about gender and sexuality in nature, revealing that same-sex behaviour,
Jinkx Monsoon: "Drag is not just wigs and heels."
In a new interview for W Magazine’s Originals Issue, Jinkx Monsoon - the only two-time winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race - has declared, “Everyone is doing drag in some form,” sparking renewed conversation around the cultural ubiquity and transformative power of drag artistry. Monsoon, who recently took centreEurope
Ireland beats Manchester in its bid to host EuroPride 2028
For the first time, EuroPride will be held in Ireland in 2028. The event will showcase Ireland’s "rich culture, heritage, and welcoming spirit"; bringing a "uniquely rural and inclusive Pride experience" to the Wild Atlantic Way. West of Ireland was granted the title by Pride
"Watershed Moment" as Council of Europe sets first standard protecting intersex rights
The Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe have today unanimously adopted the Recommendation on Equal Rights for Intersex Persons - a "watershed moment" for intersex human rights in Europe. The Recommendation was officially adopted by the ministerial representatives of all Council of Europe Member States. Organisation
Russian woman fined for "LGBT propaganda" over rainbow flag social media posts
A court in the Russian republic of Karachay-Cherkessia has fined a local woman for allegedly disseminating “LGBT propaganda” through social media posts made over five years ago. The posts, which included images of rainbow flags and one depicting two girls kissing, were shared on the Russian platform VK in MayFeatures & Longread
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jane fae, a director of TransActual, writes on the eve of launching a new campaign to get MPs to reject the EHRC’s bathroom ban
jane fae, a director of TransActual, writes on the eve of launching a new campaign to get MPs to reject the Equality & Human Rights Commission's (EHRC) bathroom ban. Scrap the Bathroom Ban🚨This is urgent🚨 Bridget Phillipson, the Minister for Women and Equalities, has a decision to
"Our city is being invaded by transphobes this weekend." Trans Pride Brighton issues statement ahead of "anti-trans" Filia Conference
This weekend the Brighton Centre will host the Filia Conference 2025, an event which bills itself as a feminist event, raising issues about global women's rights. Sounds great, right? Well, it’s a lie. Because behind the branding is a platform for exclusion. Behind the slogans is a
Brandi Carlile’s Musical Homecoming: ‘Returning to Myself’ and the fight for LGBTQ+ equality
Brandi Carlile’s latest chapter is a triumphant blend of personal reflection, musical evolution, and unwavering activism. With her new album Returning to Myself and a powerful collaboration with Elton John on Who Believes in Angels?, Carlile continues to use her voice to uplift, inspire, and advocate - especially forLIVE
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Where Massage Meets Safe Space: Healing with Heart in Brighton
By the time I walked into ZENCOE Massage Therapy on Brighton’s Grand Parade, I already knew it wasn’t going to be your regular kind of massage joint. And I was right. Owner Christian Coe (he/him) has built something far more meaningful - a space where LGBTQ+ people
Haircuts with Heart: PEG Salon’s community spirit
By the time I walked into PEG Hair Salon in Brighton, co-owners Dan and Lora were already mid-snip, scissors flashing, laughter bouncing off the walls, and the unmistakable hum of a space that feels more like a community living room than a business. I caught them between cuts - though
Brighton Pride 2025: Weaponising Joy, One Sequin at a Time
By Liran Notik, Scene Magazine If Brighton had a national currency, it would be sequins. And at Pride on the Park 2025, they were in full glittery circulation. The day was a shimmering catwalk of camp, colour, and questionable practicality—because nothing says summer like strutting through Preston Park in
Brighton’s Pop Art gets a Cheeky Twist: Jared Orlin’s Exhibition at Fishing Quarter Gallery
If you’re wandering through Brighton’s Fishing Quarter and stumble upon a riot of colour, wit, and irresistible pop culture charm, congratulations - you’ve just found yourself at Jared Orlin’s latest exhibition. And lucky me, I had the pleasure of spending an afternoon with Jared himself, divingNorth America
Trailblazing trans rights activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy dies aged 78
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a pioneering figure in the global struggle for trans rights and a veteran of the 1969 Stonewall uprising, has died at the age of 78. Her death was confirmed by the House of GG, the educational and retreat centre she founded, who announced that she passed away
Philadelphia to launch one of the United States' first LGBTQ+ visitor centres
Philadelphia is set to open one of the United States’ first dedicated LGBTQ+ visitor centres. The Philly Pride Visitor Center, scheduled to launch in January 2026, will be located in the heart of the city’s historic Gaybourhood at 12th and Locust Streets. The initiative, led by Visit Philadelphia in
Anti-porn and LGBTQ+ Republican Josh Schriver alleged to have account on site known for live sex webcams
A Michigan state legislator who has championed a sweeping ban on pornography is facing allegations of hypocrisy after cybersecurity data reportedly linked him to an account on a well-known adult webcam and dating website. Josh Schriver, a Republican representing Northern Oakland County, recently introduced House Bill 4938 - dubbed the
US states with highest and lowest proportion of same-sex couples revealed
Fresh analysis of the 2020 US Census has revealed the states with the highest and lowest proportions of same-sex couples, shedding light on regional patterns and social dynamics across the country. The data, compiled by the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law, shows that same-sex couples reside in everyPolitics
Thatcher's Centenary: No Pride in Her Legacy
For many in the LGBTQ+ community, the centenary of Margaret Thatcher’s birth is not a celebration but a stark reminder of a painful legacy - one shaped by exclusion, censorship, erasure and institutionalised homophobia. The government of Britain’s first female Prime Minister introduced one of the most damaging
"There were no voices from trans people." Trans Rights activist interrupts ‘one-sided’ trans debate at Tory Party Conference
A heated moment unfolded at the Conservative Party Conference this week when London Assembly member Andrew Boff interrupted a panel discussion on gender identity, accusing organisers of hosting a “one-sided” debate. Wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the slogan “Trans Rights Are Human Rights”, Mr Boff stood up during the session
Lisa Nandy voices support for trans women competing in SOME women’s sports
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy MP has voiced support for trans women competing in some women’s sports. Her comments, made during a fringe event at the Labour Party Conference, come amid ongoing debate following a Supreme Court ruling that legally defines a woman as a “biological female”. Nandy, who was
Lucy Powell MP urges Parliamentary vote on single-sex space guidance
Labour MP Lucy Powell has called for a parliamentary vote on controversial guidance governing single-sex spaces, following a landmark Supreme Court ruling earlier this year that defined the legal term "woman" as based on biological sex. Speaking at a fringe event during the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool,UK
EHRC accused of ‘bullying’ government to push through "harmful and unworkable proposals"
The government was urged in the House of Lords last night not to let themselves be “bullied by the EHRC” as a row erupted between the regulator and the government over their intervention - publicly pressuring Equality Minister Bridget Phillipson to stop scrutinising proposals and accept them immediately. The Equality
Manchester Pride organisers issue statement after performers and suppliers claim they haven't been paid
Manchester Pride has issued a statement following mounting claims from performers and suppliers that they are still awaiting payment for their work at the 2025 festival, held in August. Several artists, including drag performer Saki Yew of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, have publicly voiced frustration over unpaid fees, citing
Oscar Wilde's library card reissued by British Library 130 years after being revoked over gay conviction
The British Library will symbolically reinstate the Reader Pass that belonged to the renowned poet and writer Oscar Wilde. As revealed in a Trustees’ entry in the British Museum’s Standing Committee Papers, Wilde was officially excluded from the Library on 15 June 1895, which at the time was still
Trans support charity Mermaids announces appointment of new CEO
Trans support charity Mermaids has appointed Johanna Hardy (she/her) as new Chief Executive Officer. Jo will be taking up the role in November, bringing more than 20 years of leadership experience in the charity sector. Her career includes senior roles at Young Minds, Gingerbread, Contact and Mencap, with aNews
Miriam Margolyes: "I’m a left-wing dyke and I love it."
BAFTA-winning actress Miriam Margolyes made a memorable appearance on Ireland’s The Late Late Show with Patrick Kielty, where she proudly described herself as “unapologetically woke” and a “left-wing dyke". The 84-year-old star, known for her role as Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter films, was promoting her new
Virgin Atlantic launches ‘Free to Be Me’ to champion inclusive travel for LGBTQ+ communities
Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Atlantic Holidays have unveiled a new initiative, Free to Be Me, aimed at transforming the travel experience for LGBTQ+ travellers. The programme seeks to create safer, more inclusive holidays where everyone can feel free to express their true selves. The launch follows fresh research revealing stark
Thatcher's Centenary: No Pride in Her Legacy
For many in the LGBTQ+ community, the centenary of Margaret Thatcher’s birth is not a celebration but a stark reminder of a painful legacy - one shaped by exclusion, censorship, erasure and institutionalised homophobia. The government of Britain’s first female Prime Minister introduced one of the most damaging
Trans postal worker wins discrimination case against Royal Mail
A trans postal worker has successfully sued Royal Mail for harassment and discrimination after enduring repeated abuse from colleagues, in what is being hailed as a landmark legal victory. Sophie Cole, 46, from Cambridge, was awarded £12,500 in damages following an employment tribunal that found Royal Mail failed toLatest Articles
EHRC accused of ‘bullying’ government to push through "harmful and unworkable proposals"
The government was urged in the House of Lords last night not to let themselves be “bullied by the EHRC” as a row erupted between the regulator and the government over their intervention - publicly pressuring Equality Minister Bridget Phillipson to stop scrutinising proposals and accept them immediately. The Equality
Manchester Pride organisers issue statement after performers and suppliers claim they haven't been paid
Manchester Pride has issued a statement following mounting claims from performers and suppliers that they are still awaiting payment for their work at the 2025 festival, held in August. Several artists, including drag performer Saki Yew of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, have publicly voiced frustration over unpaid fees, citing
Oscar Wilde's library card reissued by British Library 130 years after being revoked over gay conviction
The British Library will symbolically reinstate the Reader Pass that belonged to the renowned poet and writer Oscar Wilde. As revealed in a Trustees’ entry in the British Museum’s Standing Committee Papers, Wilde was officially excluded from the Library on 15 June 1895, which at the time was still
Trans Brighton-based musician, songwriter and mentor Miri Layzell wins Young Leader Award at Youth Music Awards
Miri Layzell, a trans Brighton-based musician, songwriter and mentor - who creates safe, inclusive spaces for queer and trans youth - has been named the winner of the Young Leader Award, supported by Arts Council England, at the annual Youth Music Awards 2025 in association with Hal Leonard Europe. Miri
Trans support charity Mermaids announces appointment of new CEO
Trans support charity Mermaids has appointed Johanna Hardy (she/her) as new Chief Executive Officer. Jo will be taking up the role in November, bringing more than 20 years of leadership experience in the charity sector. Her career includes senior roles at Young Minds, Gingerbread, Contact and Mencap, with a
Good Law Project: "EHRC has withdrawn interim guidance encouraging trans exclusion"
Good Law Project has announced the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has taken down its "controversial interim guidance", which was rushed out in April, days after the Supreme Court’s decision on the meaning of “sex” under the Equality Act 2010. The guidance, which faces an ongoing
