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Global LGBT Equality

Wednesday 17 June 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Peter Gibson asked Elizabeth Truss about the UK's commitment to the LGBT action plan and maintaining its role as a co-chair of the Equal Rights Coalition.
  • Elizabeth Truss expressed wishes for a happy Pride, noting that celebrations would be virtual this year.
  • Truss confirmed the UK will host an LGBT conference with the theme 'Safe to be me' and plans to continue leading on LGBT rights.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Peter Gibson Con Bolton West
Women & Equalities
Context

The month of Pride is being celebrated around the world, and a global LGBT conference is scheduled to be hosted in the UK under Nick Herbert's chairmanship.

Question

In light of the ongoing celebrations for Pride Month and the upcoming rescheduled global LGBT conference, does Elizabeth Truss agree that it is essential to deliver on the 2018 LGBT action plan to maintain the UK's position as a co-chair of the Equal Rights Coalition?

Answer from Elizabeth Truss, Minister for Women and Equalities

I wish everybody the best for a happy Pride. While we will be doing many activities virtually rather than on the streets, it is crucial to celebrate. We are hosting the LGBT conference with the theme 'Safe to be me'. Our plans for LGBT rights in 2020 will be updated, and we want to continue leading the world on this issue.

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