Gay politicians pitch for your votes
Leading Labour, Conservative and Lib Dem MPs took part in a special Pride London event at the National Portrait Gallery last night.
EXCLUSIVE: Boris "delighted" that Sarah Brown will be attending Pride London
The Mayor of London has expressed his support for Sarah Brown's decision to attend Pride London on Saturday.
EXCLUSIVE: Sarah Brown to march at Pride London
The wife of the Prime Minister is to show her solidarity with the LGBT community this Saturday when she will march in the Pride London parade.
Sarkozy accused of abandoning human rights after Yade is moved to sport
The President of France has been criticised for moving his minister for human rights to a new department and failing to fill her role.
Human rights group condemns Saudi Arabia for "cross-dressing" arrests
The arrests of 67 men in Saudi Arabia on charges of cross-dressing is a violation of basic human rights, according to activists.
Analysis: New bill aims to entrench gay rights in all aspects of public life
The much-anticipated Equality Bill was unveiled today. It contains a range of measures that could prove contentious with opposition MPs and members of the House of Lords as it makes its way through the Parliamentary process.
Interview: Encouraging gays to take their place in Parliament
Anne Begg is an instantly recognisable presence in the House of Commons. The former English teacher is the first wheelchair user to be elected as an MP. Chatty, amiable and refreshingly straightforward, Ms Begg can often be spotted in the chamber, in her chair at the side of the Labour benches.
California Supreme Court to hear gay marriage arguments
The 18,000 gay and lesbian couples who legally married in California last year may find out today if they are valid. The state's Supreme Court will begin hearing arguments about the validity of Proposition 8.
Gay man chosen for key post in Obama administration
The President of the United States has confirmed that he intends to nominate John Berry as Director of the Office of Personnel Management.
German MP to speak at gay equality rally in Philadelphia
A programme of events has been announced for America's National Equality Rally at Independence Hall in Philadelphia on Sunday May 3rd.
Legislators propose Harvey Milk Day in California
Politicians in California have announced they are to introduce a bill to mark the life of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man to be elected in the state.
Obama moves to end "moral" opt-out for health care providers
The President of the United States has moved to overturn regulations that allow doctors, nurses and others to refuse to treat people who they disapprove of on "moral" grounds.
Tory party vice-chair to speak at Stonewall workplace conference
A Cabinet minister and a Conservative Party Vice Chair are among the speakers at this year's Stonewall workplace conference.
Sean Penn wants to take Milk to the White House
Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn has said that his film Milk is "one of the steps forward" in the battle for gay marriage. Mr Penn won the Academy Award for his portrayal of Harvey Milk.
MPs and celebs back petition on gay asylum seekers
More than 4,000 people have signed a petition on the Downing St website calling for an end to gay deportations. It asks the Prime Minister to stop deporting gays and lesbians to countries where they may be imprisoned.
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