PinkUk's August Newsletter

Issue No. 52 – August 2024

Belgrade Pride, Serbia. 2 to 8 September 2024

Since our last newsletter, lots has happened. In the UK, we woke up to a new government on 5 July, the first time Labour has been in power for 14 years. The government set out its legislative agenda in the ‘King’s Speech’. In fact, His Majesty Charlie just reads what he’s given by the Prime Minister. The good news is that the new government has pledged to outlaw conversion therapies which are aimed at changing people’s sexual orientation and/or gender ID.

However, the devil is in the detail, and we’ve been here before under the previous Conservative government and nothing happened. Activists have been pushing for a ban to include prayer, preaching and pastoral conversations which do not affirm a person’s same-sex orientation or gender identity, including Trans. We need to keep a watchful eye that there won’t be any loopholes that expose groups such as the Trans community to continue. Fingers crossed.

We’d like to congratulate all organisers of Trans Pride events around the world for their efforts in winning over society. PinkUk was at Brighton & Hove Trans Pride on 20 July, one of the largest in the World outside the USA.

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As previously announced, we are closing the Dating section on 31 August.

Finally, we wish all Pride festival-goers in August a fantastic time and the remainder of the summer. Two large UK Prides are happening this month: in the south Brighton & Hove Pride is happening this coming week 2-4 August and Manchester Pride in the north of England from 23 to 26 August. Let’s also commend those Prides which keep political values alive. It’s not just about partying! We would not have the freedom to party if we didn’t campaign and still so much to do!

Love & Pink Respect team PinkUk xx

Featured pride: Dursley Pride, Gloucestershire, England

Dursley Pride takes place on Saturday, the 26 August 2024. Dursley Pride is going to be bigger and better than ever, say the organisers. Dursley Pride starts with the parade from Dursley Bus Station at 12:00 and arrive at Dursley Recreation ground for an afternoon of fun, music, food, entertainment, stalls and more. Dursley Pride After Party Extravaganza (18+). Where the celebration continues long into the night with some amazing entertainment.

More info on Dursley Pride, Gloucestershire >>

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Featured venue: Maplestone, Summerset, UK

Villa Ragazzi guest house is exclusively gay, a real bubble of relaxation between Nîmes and Montpellier in the south of France. Naturism is permitted throughout the villa. The gay resort, which is close to the famous naturist gay beaches of Espiguette (Grau du Roi) and Grand Travers (La Grande Motte). You will appreciate the service and the quality of the setting that they offer. The 5 gay guest rooms and the loft (up to 4 people) all have their own private terrace and independent access. You will love the outdoor sauna and jacuzzi, and will make the most of the huge swimming pool and surrounding bath beds.

More info on, Maplestone, Summerset, UK >>

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Prides/LGBTQ+ events

We have broken our record for the number of global prides this year. Last year we had 1,093. In 2024, we have 287 prides/LGBTQ+ events in the UK, and 1,197 globally in 58 countries. In 2025, we have 10 in the UK, and 56 globally in 17 countries.

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We have 3,275 LGBTQ+ venues listed in 77 countries. Add a venue to PinkUk

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