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Stonewall publishes first major report for almost a decade – ‘LGBTQ+ Life in the UK: 2026’
First major report of its kind from Stonewall since 2018 captures almost a decade of change in LGBTQ+ equality, revealing increased acceptance alongside significant pessimism about the future.
Help make abusive conversion practices a thing of the past
On Monday 26th October the Joint Committee published a call for evidence, seeking views on how the draft Bill could be improved and how any issues in the current drafting of the Bill can be resolved.
Stonewall issues joint statement with LGBT Foundation on NHS guidance on delivering same-sex accommodation
"NHS England has published guidance today about same-sex hospital ward accommodation and staff facilities access"
Rainbow Laces Day: New data reveals alarming levels of LGBTQ+ discrimination in sports
New data shows LGBTQ+ people are still hiding who they are to take part in sport, as we mark our first ever Rainbow Laces Day.
Going where angels fear to tread
Simon Blake reflects on two years as Stonewall CEO.
Stonewall responds to the Welsh Government's renewed programme for Government
"Around the world we are seeing regressive laws, curtailing freedoms and the rise of populist movements. For many LGBTQ+ people in Wales, there is fear and anxiety about what the future holds. The need for strong, principled leadership on equalities issues has rarely felt more urgent.
Stonewall responds to the Scottish Government's renewed programme for Government
Stonewall responds to the Welsh Gender Service pausing scheduled and new referrals for gender-affirming surgeries
The principles that guide the NHS are grounded in compassion and equal treatment. The decision to immediately pause Welsh Gender Service surgeries and referrals with little to no warning for trans+ patients will have no doubt caused significant emotional and physical distress.
We stand together as a community in solidarity with everyone in Berlin
It is with immense sadness that we learned about the incident which took place at Berlin Pride which has led to the loss of life and deep harm.