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Pride Events Ban Political Parties, Support Trans Rights

5/14/2025

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In a bold move, Birmingham, Brighton, London, and Manchester Pride events have barred political parties from their celebrations, standing in solidarity with the trans community after a controversial Supreme Court ruling on gender. Organizers are calling for unwavering support for trans rights, highlighting the alarming decline in the UK’s LGBTQ+ ranking since 2015.

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In a bold move, Birmingham, Brighton, London, and Manchester Pride events have barred political parties from their celebrations, standing in solidarity with the trans community after a controversial Supreme Court ruling on gender. Organizers are calling for unwavering support for trans rights, highlighting the alarming decline in the UK’s LGBTQ+ ranking since 2015.