North Wales Police displaying rainbow stickers
October 14th, 2011
The force is displaying the stickers at front counters in a bid to make LGBT victims feel more comfortable when attending a police station to report a crime.
October 14th, 2011
Tegan and Sara to release live album and DVD
October 13th, 2011
Fey indie twins Tegan and Sara have announced the release of Get Along, a new CD/DVD live album due for release worldwide on 15th November. More »
Report raises concerns about homophobic bullying in Northern Ireland
October 12th, 2011
A new report has indicated that lesbian, gay and bisexual inequality is severe in schools and that homophobic bullying is rife in Northern Ireland.
Government to cut aid for homophobic countries
October 12th, 2011
Ministers have announced plans to slash aid for African countries with a poor LGBT rights record. More »
Massive gains for LGBT-friendly party in Polish election
October 11th, 2011
The Palikot Movement has gained 10% of the popular vote in Poland’s parliamentary elections. The new centre-left party, a supporter of LGBT rights, now includes the country’s first gay and trans MPs. More »
Thousands occupy Westminster Bridge in NHS protest
October 10th, 2011
Up to three thousand people joined a UK Uncut demonstration against the government’s plans for NHS reform yesterday. A spokesperson for the group described the protest as the “biggest act of mass civil disobedience against the cuts so far”. More »
Four found guilty of murdering lesbian in South Africa
October 10th, 2011
Four men have been found guilty of the murder of a gay woman in Cape Town. The conviction comes after a lengthy five-year court battle. More »
Queer campaigners to block Westminster Bridge
October 7th, 2011
LGBTQI activist group Queer Resistance are planning a “pink bloc” at the UK Uncut demonstration “Block the Bridge, Block the Bill” this weekend. Attendees plan to voice their opposition to the government’s proposed NHS reforms during the protest. More »
Top 5 lesbian tattoos
October 7th, 2011
You’re hanging out at a straight bar, or fundraising for an animal rescue centre, or queuing for Eliza Dukushu’s autograph at a Buffy the Vampire convention, writes Gina M. Corkibush. You’re chatting to a really nice girl, waiting for the chance to indicate your Sapphic persuasions. But the pleasantries are dragging on. More »
Win tickets to L Word convention, November 2011
October 7th, 2011
The 9th annual UK convention for fans of The L Word is taking place in November 2011. The convention will feature appearances from Kate Moennig (Shane), Leisha Hailey (Alice), Elizabeth Keener (Dawn) and Alicia Willis (Cindi). More »