Gay-Straight Alliances launched in South Wales’ schools
Pupils from three secondary schools in Cardiff have set up Gay-Straight Alliances to educate pupils about the effects of homophobia.
Green MP Caroline Lucas: I am disappointed David Cameron has not taken a stronger stand against Russia’s anti-gay laws
Green MP Caroline Lucas has written to Foreign Office Minister David Lidington expressing her “deep concerns” at Russia’s anti-gay legislation and says Britain should boycott the 2014 Winter Olympics - unless its moved from Russia.
London: King’s Head Theatre commissions protest piece against Russian anti-gay laws
A rapid response theatre piece has been commissioned by the King's Head Theatre in London, in response to the international outcry surrounding recently introduced anti-gay laws in Russia.
Canada: Social conservatives attack government over pro-gay stance on Russia
Social conservatives have launched an attack on Stephen Harper's Conservative Government after Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister, John Baird strongly condemned the treatment of gay people in Russia.
Stephen Fry compares Daily Mail Editor Paul Dacre to Mussolini in Sochi argument
The argument over the issue of recently introduced anti-gay laws in Russia, and the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics has escalated, with Stephen Fry criticising the Daily Mail for what he called a "hate-piece", and comparing the paper's Editor Paul Dacre to Mussolini.
Transgender students to be granted more rights in California
Legislation passed in California this week will grant sweeping new rights to transgender students attending public schools in the state.
Ireland: Dublin prepares for LGBT Noise’s 5th Annual March for Marriage
The fifth Irish March for Marriage is due to take place in Dublin city centre on this coming Sunday afternoon. Last year saw thousands gather for what was described as a lively and colourful demonstration calling for the Irish Republic to introduce marriage equality.
Russian World Cup chief defends country’s anti-gay laws
Russia's World Cup chief Alexey Sorokin has defended the country's homophobic censorship law.
Exclusive: TV presenter Carol Smillie speaks out for equal marriage in Scotland
TV presenter Carol Smillie is the latest celebrity to voice their support for equal marriage in Scotland as part of the Equality Network’s It’s Time video campaign.
Gay Australian Senate leader: I don’t support an equal marriage referendum as the campaign would be too hateful
The leader of the Australian Senate says she's not in favour of a referendum on equal marriage - despite supporting marriage rights for same-sex couples.
