Gays and lesbians face 'double stigma' over mental health
Gay, lesbian and bisexual people in Wales face a double prejudice in terms of mental health, a survey has suggested. The report, from Stonewall Cymru, states that mental health provision in Wales is "under-resourced and ill-equipped" to cope with LGB mental health issues.
Man avoids jail for homophobic threats
A man who smashed the door of a gay couple and threatened to kill them has escaped jail. Nathan Dally, 22, shouted: "I'm going to kill you, you faggots" as he kicked down the door of Daniel Smith and Gary Samuel's house in Rhondda, south Wales, as they slept.
The 50 most powerful gay, lesbian and bisexual people in British politics
This year's list could only be headed by one person. The return of Peter Mandelson to frontline British politics was predicted by no-one.
Chris Bryant slams Tory record on gay rights
A government minister has said that the Conservative party "haven't changed" when it comes to gay rights. In an interview with Total Politics magazine Tory leader David Cameron said he supports civil partnerships.
Catholic leader who attacked gay families wants union with Church of England
A Roman Catholic Cardinal who has repeatedly attacked gay adoption and civil partnerships has addressed the legislative body of the Church of England.
Deputy Commons leader to speak at gay networking event
The newest gay member of the goverment will be answering questions at the next Village Politics event. Chris Bryant was promoted by Gordon Brown last year.
'So Macho' preacher hits back with bus adverts claiming God exists
A fundamentalist preacher who unsuccessfully stood for public office has paid for adverts to be placed on London buses proclaiming the existence of God.
Children say Welsh schools are not safe for out gay people
A new LGBT rights charity will be launched today at the Welsh Senedd. The LGBT Excellence Centre Wales is a social enterprise and a charity building on an existing community group.
Tories question decision to fly rainbow flag at police HQ
A Conservative MP has accused North Wales police of 'tokenism' for marking LGBT History Month by flying the rainblow flag at their headquarters building.
Hundreds of events planned for LGBT History Month
The fifth annual LGBT History Month looks set to be the biggest ever with hundreds of events planned nationwide.
Skins and Torchwood nominated for GLAAD media awards
Two British TV programmes have been nominated for the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) Media Awards.
Black gay activist among new Stonewall trustees
Gay equality organisation Stonewall has announced the appointment of four new trustees. Rob Berkeley, Founding Chair of the Black Gay Men’s Advisory Group, will join the board.
Chris Bryant speaks publicly about "horrible" Gaydar photo controversy
A junior minister has given a deeply personal interview to a gay publication in which he discusses coming out, his mother's struggle with alcoholism and his humiliation at the hands of a tabloid newspaper.
Gay hate preacher complains about "no God" adverts
The British Humanist Association has dismissed claims from a fundamentalist Christian preacher that a new ad campaign breaks industry codes of practice.
Census goes online but no question about sexual orientation
The next national census will be held on 27th March 2011. For the first time the marital status question will include a civil partnership option, but there will not be a question on sexual orientation.
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