Tag: Section 28
BBC cut 1987 gay EastEnders storyline because of Tory legislation
EastEnders’ first gay couple – Barry Clark and Colin Russell – were star-crossed lovers because of Tory legislation, according to one of the actors
Section 28-style bans on promoting homosexuality on the rise in UK schools, teachers say
Growing numbers of schools are introducing Section 28-style bans on promoting homosexuality in the classroom, delegates told the National Union of Teachers’ annual conference in Brighton today.
25 years after Section 28, Stonewall launches ground-breaking film for primary schools
Stonewall today launches FREE, a ground-breaking new film for primary schools to help tackle bullying and celebrate difference.
Ben Summerskill to step down as Chief Executive
Stonewall today announced that Ben Summerskill is to step down as Chief Executive of the lesbian, gay and bisexual charity after eleven years at the helm.
Will Young and Stonewall team up to tackle homophobic language
Stonewall, supported by Will Young and Mumsnet, today launches a flagship campaign to tackle homophobic language in schools.
Ed Miliband comments on the 10th Anniversary of the repeal of Section 28
I remember the campaign against Section 28 from my college days and the pain it caused for so many people.