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Jul
05
2025
Stepping up, not standing by – Stonewall unveils new approach in a challenging era of LGBTQ+ rights
To mark Pride season, Stonewall has today unveiled a new strategic approach, a refreshed visual identity and a re-imagined approach to workplace inclusion....
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Jul
01
2025
Responding to EHRC’s consultation: A hierarchy of rights
The UK Supreme Court judgment on 16 April 2025 ruled the legal definition of a ‘woman’ for the purposes of the Equality Act 2010 is based on biological sex, leaving many trans people feeling deeply worried and uncertain. Many organisations and service providers are unsure about what this means for t...
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Jun
19
2025
Government commitment is one step closer to giving LGBTQ+ people equal protections they deserve
After years of campaigning by Stonewall and other LGBTQ+ organisations, the government have today committed in Parliament to bring penalties for anti-LGBTQ+ and disability hate crime in line with sentencing for attacks on religious and racial minorities....
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Jun
09
2025
How to respond effectively to the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s public consultation
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is consulting on a new Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations. The new code will have a direct impact on LGBTQ+ people, as well as organisations and service providers....
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Jun
07
2025
The roll back of LGBTQ+ rights means Pride is more important than ever
By Simon Blake OBE
Pride is a time for us to celebrate and to remind ourselves of the courage, hope and unity that has got us here today. Although times have always been turbulent for the LGBTQ+ community, this year definitely feels different to recent years....
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May
21
2025
Stonewall responds to the EHRC opening their consultation following the Supreme Court ruling
After weeks of confusion, we welcome the opportunity for businesses, employers, the LGBTQ+ community and politicians to submit their views to the EHRC....
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May
01
2025
Stonewall responds to the decision of some sporting bodies to ban trans women from women’s sport
The recent decisions of sporting bodies to ban trans women from women’s sport have been made too soon, before the implications of the Supreme Court’s ruling has been worked through by lawyers and politicians or before statutory guidance has been issued. It is incredibly disappointing, especially as ...
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May
01
2025
Supreme Court ruling – it’s time for clarity and meaningful consultation
By Simon Blake OBE
The Supreme Court has handed down its judgement, stating it provides clarity. But while that may be the intention, we know from public and private conversations there remains widespread confusion and different interpretations, especially in the light of the Equalities and Human Rights Commission (EH...
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Apr
24
2025
Following the Supreme Court ruling we must remember compassion and humanity
By Simon Blake OBE
Last week’s Supreme Court ruling has reverberated across the world. Over the Easter weekend, there has been both jubilation and protest. As the dissection of the ruling begins, it feels like some have forgotten the importance of compassion and humanity....
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Apr
23
2025
Lesbian Visibility Week: A celebration of strength and solidarity
By Catherine Dixon
Lesbian Visibility Week holds immense significance for me; it serves as a vital reminder of the power of sisterhood and the unique experiences of LBTQ+ women worldwide....
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