Today a Scottish parliamentary candidate stated that we are campaigning to lower the age of consent. This is categorically untrue. Such claims are dangerous and irresponsible and we would urge those making or sharing these claims to stop.
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We imagine a world where all lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) people are free to be ourselves 🌈 #StandForStonewALL
- #Australia has spoken and it said a resounding #Yes. Congratulations. 61.9%! Now the Australian Government must deliver the legislation which will make this law. #marriageequality #auspol
- On this day 20 years ago, the Scottish Parliament voted to repeal Section 28, a crushing piece of legislation that affected a whole generation of LGBT people. While real progress has been made since then, young LGBT people still face significant challenges.
- We are delighted that MSPs have tonight passed the Hate Crime Bill. With hate crimes rising against LGBT people we hope the passing of this Bill sends a clear signal that hatred towards marginalised groups, including LGBT people, is not tolerated in Scotland.
- In response to baseless and offensive accusations from an Alba parliamentary candidate, we call on Margaret Lynch to retract her false accusation and apologise. Statement from @Nancy_M_K and @CMacf76:
- Had an amazing day at @stonewalluk meeting the incredible team, learning what it means to be an ally of the LGBT+ community and what myself, and YOU can do to make a difference. So excited for the year ahead ♥️ to learn more please visit the Stonewall website 🏳️🌈 jade x
00:00 - 🚨MSPs have voted overwhelmingly in favour of the Reform of the Gender Recognition Act. 86 for 39 against. The Bill has passed! Thank you to everyone who made this happen. #ComeOutForTransEquality 🏳️⚧️🏴
- It's great to have @CelticFC on board with our #RainbowLaces campaign once again this year. Thanks for the support! 🌈🏳️🌈🍀 We're proud to support @StonewallScot's #RainbowLaces campaign! #MOTCEL at Fir Park next week will be our official #RainbowLaces🌈 fixture.
- There's currently a petition in the Scottish Parliament calling on LGBT+ conversion therapy to be banned in Scotland. You don't need to live in Scotland to sign the petition. Add your signature by 13 August to make your voice heard. parliament.scot/GettingInvolve…
- Fantastic news. MSPs vote overwhelmingly in favour for reform of the GRA at Stage One with 88 voting in favour and 33 against. The bill now moves to Stage 2 and we look forward to working with all MSPs as the Bill continues its legislative process. #ComeOutForTransEquality 🏳️⚧️
- Our thoughts are with those killed and injured, and @OsloPride which has been cancelled. As we gather in Edinburgh and Glasgow today for Pride this is a stark reminder why Pride marches are still needed to ensure LGBTQ+ people are free to be. edition.cnn.com/2022/06/24/eur…
- We're delighted that the Scottish Episcopal Church has voted to allow same-sex couples to marry. This will mean a lot to so many couples!
- As @NicolaSturgeon announces she is to resign as Scotland's first woman and longest serving First Minister, Stonewall would like to thank her for her unwavering commitment to advancing the rights of all marginalised people in Scotland. Our full statement 👇
- #equalmarriage is now legal in Scotland! Congrats to all the couples converting their Civil Partnerships today.
