International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia

Early day motion 1278, tabled 16 May 2025 by Christine Jardine (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 37 members.

That this House recognises 17 May as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia; further recognises the concern and fear that many LGBTQ+ people have felt in recent years, particularly in the trans community, despite the progress made in securing rights and protections for LGBTQ+ people in law; notes with deep concern that two-thirds of LGBTQ+ people report that they have experienced anti-LGBTQ+ violence or abuse, and the number of hate crimes recorded against trans people have more than doubled in the last five years; urges the Government to implement a clear plan to tackle anti-LGBTQ+ hate crime, including ensuring that hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people are counted as aggravated offences; and calls on the Government to tackle discrimination against LGBTQ+ in housing, employment, education; and to stand up for LGBTQ+ rights across the world.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 24, Plaid Cymru 4, Green 3, Labour 3, Independent 2, Labour/Co-operative 1.