According to new data from the Office for National Statistics, approximately 10.4% of 16 to 24-year-olds in the UK identified as lesbian, gay, or bisexual (LGB) in 2023, a marked increase over the last decade. Particularly notable is the rise in bisexual identification, which grew from 2.8% in 2018 to 7.5% in 2023. The report underscores demographic shifts, revealing that young adults are increasingly defining their sexual orientations openly. Stonewall’s CEO Simon Blake points out that this emerging group will significantly influence workplaces and demand equality, urging a re-evaluation of current government policies on LGBTQ+ rights.
The report highlights how one in ten 16-24-year-olds in the UK now identify as lesbian, gay, or bisexual, marking significant societal growth over the last decade.
Simon Blake, CEO of Stonewall, emphasized that the rising numbers of LGB individuals in younger demographics should prompt organizations and governments to reinforce their commitments to equality.
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