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UK AIDS Memorial Quilt to be displayed in Scotland for the first time
The UK AIDS Memorial Quilt will be on display at Tramway in Glasgow from 12 September to 4 October 2026
Scotland
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‘Queer Milk’ support group faces criticism – here’s what the research says about trans women’s lactation
In a study by Amy K. Weimer, researchers examined the experiences of trans women on gender-affirming hormone therapy who were able to lactate
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Will Scotland be the first country to erase HIV transmission? Three charities push for action
"The next intake of MSPs could be the generation that ends the HIV epidemic in Scotland," said Richard Angell OBE, chief executive of Terrence Higgins Trust
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Scottish theatre invites LGBTQ+ community to write ‘Letters to My Younger Self’ in new exhibition
Contributors are encouraged to explore themes including belonging, Pride and growth, with materials provided on site and no booking required
Culture Scene
Alan Cumming on launching Scotland’s first major LGBTQ+ festival: ‘Queer people have always punched above their weight’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Artistic director Cumming speaks to Attitude about why now was the time to launch the festival, its significance, and what audiences can expect
News UK
NHS Fife requires staff to use toilets based on sex at birth as Scotland backs single sex spaces
The updated facility policy states that as well as male and female spaces "additional gender-neutral facilities," will be available
News
Pride Edinburgh director subjected to alleged homophobic abuse hours after winning LGBTQ+ award (EXCLUSIVE)
The alleged incident took place on a train home from the Proud Scotland Awards, Jamie Love has told Attitude
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Scottish party leaders call on government to introduce opt-out HIV testing in A&Es
The leaders of the Scottish Labour Party and the Scottish Green Party are among the signatories calling for this "game changing" approach
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Nicola Sturgeon predicts ‘collective shame’ over society’s treatment of trans people
Sturgeon refused to apologise for "trying to make life better for one of the most stigmatised, discriminated against sections of our society"
News Politics
Nicola Sturgeon cites ‘society raining down on trans people’ as resignation factor
Transgender people are being used as a political "battering ram," the former Scottish first minister has stated
News UK
JK Rowling challenges Scotland’s new hate crime law: ‘I look forward to being arrested’
"We hope that the trans community in Scotland are reassured to see that threats, abuse, and hate are being taken seriously," Gendered Intelligence, a trans charity, has said
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Scottish Government opens consultation on ending ‘conversion therapy’ practices
"We are leading the way in the UK," said Scotland's Equalities Minister Emma Roddick on Tuesday (9 January)
News UK
Scottish Government funds mental health project for LGBTQ youth
The Chief Executive of LGBT Youth Scotland said the funding was "a step in the right direction"
Life Travel
48 hours in Edinburgh: From majestic Arthur’s Seat to dazzling LGBTQ bar CC Blooms
Attitude travels to the Scottish capital to explore the city's centuries-old history, rugged scenery and dynamic dining and hoteling options
News UK
Scottish Green candidate challenges Labour on LGBTQ+ education
"I want every young person in Rutherglen and Hamilton West to feel safe being who they are."
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Scottish primary school becomes first to deliver all-inclusive LGBT education
“We will continue to do all we can to help young people to reach their full potential in a diverse and inclusive society”
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Nearly 60% of Scotland’s secondary schools support inclusivity scheme
“With nearly two-thirds of secondary schools participating, this represents a significant commitment from Scottish educators to LGBT inclusion,” LGBT Youth Scotland said.
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Scottish government to challenge the UK government’s blocking of gender reforms
"Legal challenge is our only reasonable means of resolving this situation," Scotland's Social Justice Secretary, Shirley-Anne Somerville, has said.
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SNP leader shouldn’t be against gay marriage, says Humza Yousaf
"I don't subscribe to that view [that gay sex is a sin]"
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Kemi Badenoch defends Kate Forbes’ anti-gay marriage views
“I actually admire her for not being dishonest,” Badenoch stated.