Council reprimands hotelier over 'poofters welcome' sign
The owner of a Hampshire hotel has been reprimanded by his local council after posting 'poofters welcome' on an announcement board by the front door.
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Same-sex marriages may be permitted in religious institutions
Government Junior Equalities Minister Lynne Featherstone is expected to announce this week a vital change to the laws regarding same-sex marriages.
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28% rise in homophobic attacks in London
Over the past four years, anti-gay attacks in London have risen by an enormous 28%, with 1545 homophobic crimes reported to the police last year. Racist attacks are up by 7%.
Ugandan lesbian released from detention centre
A Ugandan lesbian threatened with deportation is no longer being detained in the immigration removal centre that she was immediately taken to after her case was granted an injunction last week.
First Valentine's for gay monkeys
Two gay spider monkeys will be spending their first Valentine’s together at Drayton Manor Zoo in Staffordshire.
