Historic gay sex convictions will be able to be deleted from October
From October, men with historic convictions for having consensual gay sex will be able to apply to have the convictions removed from official databases.
In a legal first, a trans woman who was convicted of public indecency has her sentence altered
In a legal first, a trans woman has had her sentence altered due to the now unsuitable nature of a community order she was issued before gender reassignment.
Eagle Scouts return their medals in protest against Boy Scouts of America’s anti-gay policy
Many Eagle Scouts in the US have returned their medals to the Boy Scouts of America in protest to their anti-gay policy which does not allow any gay members, volunteers or staff.
Student aims to start study to ensure safety and comfort for gay retirees
A masters degree student in Canada has hopes that a new study will lead to comfortable and safe retirement homes aimed at LGBT retirees.
Gay teen to sue school for failing to protect him from homophobic bully
A gay teenager in Indianapolis who was expelled for bringing a stun-gun to school to scare off bullies, is suing the public school system for failing to protect him from bullying.
South Africa: Gay adoptive parents were asked if child “would become gay” under their care
A couple who have been caring for a four-year-old boy since 2010, the biological parents of whom were homeless alcoholics, have been questioned on their ability to raise the child, apparently because they are gay.
Stevie Wonder apologises for saying “gay people are confused”
Stevie Wonder has apologised for a comment he made about Frank Ocean in a recent interview, saying that he thought men get confused between male bonding and being gay.
New Zealand Prime Minister “Too Gay”, says Conservative leader
The Prime Minister of New Zealand has been mentioned in a pamphlet sent out by an opposing political party, saying that people are disgruntled about his vote in favour of the equal marriage bill.
Northern Ireland: Alliance Party votes in favour of equal marriage
The Alliance Party in Northern Ireland has voted in favour of introducing equal marriage. The motion passed, calling for “equal civil marriage with robust protection for faith groups”.
Exclusive: Alexandra Burke shocks fans by ‘snubbing’ Brighton Pride
X Factor winner Alexandra Burke has sensationally pulled out of performing at this year’s Brighton Pride event. The pop diva was due on stage at the Girls on Top tent at 6pm on Saturday, where thousands of revellers were eagerly waiting her arrival.
