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The Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Act 2022 received Royal Assent in April this year. It is planned to come into effect on Monday 27 February 2023.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
The minister gave this speech on 2 July 2010 in London.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Promoting diversity and equality through music.
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Ward on 11 January 2023.
This written ministerial statement on the equal civil marriage consultation was laid on 15 March 2012.
The new booklet provides insight into the ban on diplomats being homosexual which was only lifted in 1991.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
The British Embassy in Oslo has put up a fun display of rainbow-coloured balloons to show support for Europride which takes place in Oslo this week.
Employment Tribunal decision.
The capital celebrates Pride in London
UK to host or participate in 29 equality awareness events to include Prides, film festivals, sport and LGBTQ+ tourism.
The government announces The Rt Hon.The Lord Etherton PC, Kt as chair of the review examining the experience of LGBT veterans affected by the pre-2000 ban on homosexuality in the armed forces.
Equalities Minister Sajid Javid highlights the work the UK is doing in advancing LGB&T rights.
Education Secretary Nicky Morgan speaks about government priorities for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality at PinkNews Awards.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
PHE raising awareness of Shigella infection risk among gay and bisexual men in England.
The government delivers on its pledge to protect the public better and restore confidence in the criminal justice system as four major bills became law today (28 April).
Men who have sex with men in a long-term relationship will be able to donate blood in England following changes to blood donation criteria.
Chris Jones, Ofsted’s Director, Corporate Strategy, discusses research on teaching about the protected characteristics of sex, sexual orientation and gender reassignment in England’s schools.
The Prime Minister's Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on gay marriage, secret courts, prisoner voting, women bishops, Leveson Inquiry and Nadine Dorries.
Today on UN Human Rights Day 2014, we are proud to look back on a busy year, working to further human rights on a broad range of issues.
LGBT community in Macedonia came together at our Residence recently to support diversity, equality, and enjoy a slice of rainbow cake.
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