LGBTQ+ figures criticise supreme court's gender ruling at London Pride
Briefly

Thousands attended Pride in London, where significant concerns were voiced by LGBTQIA+ figures about the increasing vilification of transgender individuals. Olly Alexander highlighted the pressing need for support and equal rights for trans people, emphasizing their shared humanity with others. Shon Faye denounced a UK supreme court ruling that defines a woman based on biological criteria, pointing out the misinformation and attacks on trans rights. Both underscored that Pride is essential this year to reclaim public space and resist intimidation.
Singer Olly Alexander emphasized the need for support for trans people, stating they deserve the same respect, rights, privileges, and opportunities as everyone else.
Shon Faye criticized the ruling by the UK supreme court, linking it to an unprecedented attack on queer and trans rights globally, particularly concerning misinformation and human rights.
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