Watch Boris Johnson praise “fantastic” London Pride in video message
By Ryan Love
Boris Johnson has paid tribute to those involved in organising London’s Pride celebrations, as events get underway in the capital today.
In a video message, the Mayor of London welcomed the thousands who will attend the celebrations, which he said show the world that “London leads this planet in openness and generosity to everyone”.
Johnson said in a statement: “London is home to one of the biggest, most visible and most diverse LGBT populations in the world. It’s a community that contributes a huge amount to our city’s success – socially, culturally and economically.
“I welcome the progress that has been made towards greater equality, which is down to the many individuals who have been prepared to make a stand for what is right and fair.”
He added: “London’s annual Pride celebrations are the envy of the world and, to the thousands hitting the capital’s streets for this year’s extravaganza, I hope you have a fantastic Pride.”
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