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  • The best Lesbian films on Netflix

    The best Lesbian films on Netflix

    Netflix has quite a good number of films where, lesbian, bi and curious women are at the heart of the story. Here’s some of the best available to stream.

    Good Kisser

    My Days Of Mercy

    A powerful and heart-wrenching tale of finding love in the least likely of places. Academy Award nominee Ellen Page (Inception, The Umbrella Academy) and Kate Mara (House of Cards) star in the highly compelling and moving romantic drama, My Days of Mercy. Two young women from opposite sides of fierce protests over the death penalty meet on the picket lines and form an unlikely friendship. While both deal with their respective personal issues they grow ever closer, leading to dramatic personal revelations, passion and life-changing romance.

    Elisa & Marcela

    A forbidden love story, based on true events. In 1901, set in Galicia, Spain, Elisa Sánchez Loriga adopted a male identity to marry another woman, Marcela Gracia Ibeas, making this the first same-sex marriage in Spain.

    The Feels

    Andi (Constance Wu) and Lu (Angela Trimbur) are excited to celebrate their upcoming wedding with a joint bachelorette weekend in wine country. On the first night, things go awry when one of the brides admits she’s never had an orgasm

    Gypsy

    Are your temptations too intoxicating to resist? The cast and creators of Netflix Original Series Gypsy discuss Jean’s perfect life, Diane’s deception and her weakness for her desires. Gypsy is now streaming, only on Netflix.

    The Miseducation on Cameron Post

    After being caught with another girl in the back seat of a car on prom night, Cameron is shipped off to a conversion therapy centre that treats teens. This is her story going against the grain and trusting her inner voice.

    Duck Butter

    Dissatisfied with the dishonesty they see in dating, strangers Naima (Alia Shawkat) and Sergio (Laia Costa) make a pact to spend 24 straight hours together in an attempt to fast forward their relationship.

    You Me Her

    The Perfection

    It’s time to face the music. Watch The Perfection only on Netflix on May 24, 2019. A troubled musical prodigy (Allison Williams) seeks out the new star pupil of her former school (Logan Browning) with shocking consequences in this elegant and terrifying suspense ride, the most buzzed-about movie at last year’s Fantastic Fest.

    The Half Of It

    Shy, straight-A student Ellie is hired by sweet but inarticulate jock Paul, who needs help winning over a popular girl. But their new and unlikely friendship gets complicated when Ellie discovers she has feelings for the same girl. From Writer/Director Alice Wu.

    Un Freedom

    Unfreedom is an indie film which is unique and very different from main stream Indian cinema. As banned in India this film is scheduled to release in various cities of North America on 29th of May, 2015. Directed and written by Raj Amit Kumar this film shows two parallel stories about religious fundamentalism and intolerance; shifting between New York and New Delhi the film Unfreedom is absolutely thought provoking.

    A Secret Love

    Amid shifting times, two women kept their decades-long love a secret. But coming out later in life comes with its own set of challenges.

    What Keeps You Alive

    On the eve of their one-year wedding anniversary, Jules and Jackie become embroiled in a merciless fight for their lives when they find themselves pitted against the most unexpected of adversaries: each other. As violence rains down upon their idyllic forest getaway, the women engage in a frenzied psychological and vicious battle that will test the very limits of their instinct to survive. From the mind of Colin Minihan, director of GRAVE ENCOUNTERS and IT STAINS THE SANDS RED, WHAT KEEPS YOU ALIVE is a knife to the throat of 21st century genre cinema.

    The Tree Of Blood

    Jewel’s Catch One

    Jewel’s Catch One’s documents the oldest Black owned disco in America and establishes the legacy of businesswoman, activist, and healer, Jewel Thais-Williams, who stood up against hate and discrimination for 42 years. The story of Jewel and “The Catch” celebrates four decades of music, fashion, celebrity, and activism that helped change the course of our country by breaking down racial, social, and cultural barriers. One of the original safe spaces for both the LGBT and Black communities, The Catch also served as a refuge for many during the AIDS crisis. As her club grew to become known as the “unofficial Studio 54 of the West Coast,” Jewel became a national model for how to discrimination and serve the less fortunate.

    Four Minutes

    Jenny, a musical prodigy, finds herself behind bars for murder, but one person wants to help her out — Traude, the 80-year-old piano instructor who has taught at the prison for years. Traude plans to enter Jenny in a prestigious competition, but will the headstrong Jenny waste her one chance for redemption?

    Let It Snow

    When a snowstorm hits a small town on Christmas Eve, a group of high school seniors finds their friendships and love lives unexpectedly colliding.

    Other Genres: BIOPICS | CRIME | COMEDY | DRAG | DRAMA | DOCUMENTARY | LESBIAN | ROMANTIC | TRANS | SPORTS | ALL LGBT FILMS ON NETFLIX

  • Strictly Come Dancing announces its first same-sex dancing couple

    Strictly Come Dancing announces its first same-sex dancing couple

    Despite calls for years, it’s taken the BBC until 2020 to introduce its first-ever same-sex couple to the very popular reality show, Strictly Come Dancing. The contestant who gets to be in the very first same-sex coupling is Boxing champ, Nicola Adams, who is openly bisexual.

    However Strictly isn’t the first prime-time entertainment show to introduce a same-sex coupling, last year that honour fell to Dancing On Ice when Steps’ singer “H” was paired with Matt Evers.

    It’s not yet known who Nicola will be paired up with on the show which starts in mid-October.

    “I’m a huge fan of the show”

    Speaking about her history-making appearance on the show, Nicola said,

    I’m really excited to be joining this year’s incredible line-up for Strictly Come Dancing. I’m a huge fan of the show and am thrilled to be part of something that holds such a special place in so many people’s hearts.

    “People might know me from work in the ring, but I’ll be every bit as passionate and dedicated on the dance-floor too. I also wanted to thank the BBC for supporting me and making me the first ever all female-pairing; and it’s amazing to be a part of the movement for change, diversity and breaking boundaries in the entertainment industry.”

    Ticking boxes

    Of course, when the announcement was made, some people couldn’t hold back their fury over the involvement over the same-sex coupling, with many claiming that the casting of Nicola was down to “ticking their diversity boxes”.

    One person slammed the casting saying, “I won’t be watching! Normally do but won’t this year.”

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    Another said that the BBC was “pandering to the woke generation”,

    However the were many positive comments as well, with the BBC being praised for upping LGBT+ representation.

  • Drag Race UK’s Blu Hydrangea celebrates 6 years with her man

    Drag Race UK’s Blu Hydrangea celebrates 6 years with her man

    Blu Hydrangea shared the sweetest snap of herself and her boyfriend and told fans that they were celebrating six years together.

    The 24-year-old drag queen, who starred in the first series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, and became known for her shady comebacks and snarky observations, told fans, “6 years ago, this guy took me by the hand and brought me on this incredible adventure!”

    The post quickly racked up thousands of likes and numerous RTs.

    Her fellow RPDR UK stars were quick to congratulate the pair with Davida De Campo writing “OMG, you babies”

    While Cheryl Hole wrote, “My babies”

    Six years ago Blu would have been 18, but that didn’t stop fans wondering whether the pair were actually in high school when they met!

    Fans couldn’t get over how young Blu looked in the 2014 picture, with one saying, “Jesus you two look you’d barely started high school! Great skin obvs helps! Happy anniversary”

    And another added, “literally floored by how tiny u r in the first pic. y’all r so cute”

  • This gay bathhouse has done something quite interesting while it can’t open as a sauna

    This gay bathhouse has done something quite interesting while it can’t open as a sauna

    Number 52 sauna in Newcastle has chosen to reopen, but it’s not quite as you’d expect.

    All gay bathhouses, like many businesses across the UK, were required by the government to close at the end of March, in order to flatten the curve of Coronavirus.

    Slowly parts of the UK’s economy have reopened and although some gay saunas have reopened, some remain closed.

    Number 52 has done something very different.

    In a Facebook post, Number 52 wrote, Number 52 is back… “Our venue has been temporarily repurposed”

    Where you’d normally find plenty of naked men, milling the halls of Number 52, you’re more likely to bump into a barista!

    You can now get a coffee in the steam room – minus the steam of course.

    They explained,

    “Number 52 will be reopening Sunday 30th August from 3pm until the early hours of Bank Holiday Monday

    “Our venue has been responsibly adjusted in accordance with current government guidelines. We have installed seating throughout, adapting the venue into a Cafe & Bar.

    “We’ve got alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, teas, coffees and we’ll also be serving food and snacks. Take this opportunity to see Number 52 in a different way.

    “Admission is temporarily free as we are operating as a Cafe & Bar. Everyone is welcome, pop on down and have a drink.”

  • Gay Dating | What does CBT mean on a dating app?

    Gay Dating | What does CBT mean on a dating app?

    If you ever see the acronym “CBT” on a guy’s profile, it’s all about the cock and balls… and the torturing of them

    CBT stands for Cock and Ball torture if you see it on a dating or hook up app like Grindr. Otherwise, it probably stands for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

    Some guys are into having their junk tortured and there’s a whole host of toys out there to help you out if that is your thing. They could include chastity devices, which makes it impossible to touch your D – like a cock cage or even ejaculate, with a sperm stopper.

    Some guys are into electro play or even being locked up in a humbler.

    CBT play can range from light tickling with a feather to kicking or punching the area. It can go as far as hardcore CBT action where a dom could end up nailing or screwing scrotums to wooden boards.

    If you are going to explore this, it’s wise to have a safe word and if there’s likely to be blood drawn from play, to use gloves and antiseptic wipes.

    There are serious safety issues to be concerned about and there is a lot of risk to the penis and testicles if play goes too far. Serious injuries include rupture (where you could burst or tear a testicle), torsion (where the spermatic cord gets twisted and cuts off blood supply) and avulsion (where a testicle is ripped off) which will all need medical attention immediately.

    Check out more gay dating terms.

  • LGBT Magazine, Midland Zone to close

    LGBT Magazine, Midland Zone to close

    In a blow to the LGBT+ media market, Birmingham based title, Midland Zone is set to close.

    The magazine, which has been in print since 1997 was a free pickup magazine available in LGBT+ bars and spaces across the Midlands. It had, according to its own stats, had 60,000 magazine readers.

    Over the years it has had had a myriad of LGBT+ icons grace its covers including, Boy George, Saara Aalto and Lily Savage.

    In a statement on its official Facebook page, Midlands Zone wrote,

    “Rather than dwelling on yet another business being seriously affected by the coronavirus pandemic, we would instead like you to join us in focusing on and CELEBRATING the 23 glorious years we have enjoyed together.

    “The decision to cease Midlands Zone at the end of August was actually made a few weeks ago – and will explain why we’ve been reminiscing in recent weeks with video posts of the Pride Ball over the years.

    “So please celebrate with us all the fantastic times we’ve had together. And who knows, Midlands Zone may well be back at some point in the future with new publishers (talks with several interested parties are currently ongoing, so watch this space!).”

    Former Attitude editor Matthew Todd wrote, “Sorry to hear that. Had some great times with you all in Birmingham over the years.”

    While, LGBT+ Advocate, Khakan Qureshi said, “Sorry to see you go. Hopefully, new publishers will be found. Good luck with all your future endeavours.”

    LGBT Media closures

    In 2019 THEGAYUK reported how LGBT+ media has continued to decline in recent years, there have been at least 10 closures of titles including, GayStarNews, Polari Magazine and the Grindr online outlet, Into. However GayStarNews was bought by a marketing company and rebranded as GSN and started republishing earlier this year.

  • Gay Movies On Now TV

    Gay Movies On Now TV

    Here are all the LGBT+ films now available for NowTV. For gay and lesbian film on Netflix click here.

    UPDATED September 2020

    3 Generations

    When a teen begins his transition from female to male, family secrets are revealed as everyone tries to come to terms with the decision.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet reviewed
    Runtime: 88 minutes
    Rating: 12
    Genre: Drama / Trans
    Year: 2019

    Adam

    Comedy following the journey of an awkward teenager named Adam, who is thrust into New York’s lesbian and trans activist scene.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet reviewed
    Runtime: 91 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Comedy
    Year: 2019

    As Good As It Gets

    Jack Nicholson and Helen Hunt are on Oscar-winning form as a cranky novelist and the struggling single mum he falls for. Bittersweet comedy. Strong language/mature themes.

    GAY UK RATING:★★★★★
    Runtime: 133 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Comedy
    Year: 1997

    Basic Instinct

    Sharon Stone plays a bisexual crime novelist and murder suspect who enthralls police detective (Michael Douglas)

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet rated
    Runtime: 123 minutes
    Rating: 18
    Genre: Drama
    Year: 1991

    Becks

    A heartbroken singer discovers her musical voice through an unlikely friendship when she moves back to her childhood home after a breakup.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet rated
    Runtime: 90 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Drama / Lesbian
    Year: 2017

    Benjamin

    Comedy-drama following the struggles of an up-and-coming filmmaker as he tries to balance a new romance and his movie’s release.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet rated
    Runtime: 123 minutes
    Rating: 18
    Genre: Drama
    Year: 1991

    Black Swan

    An Oscar-winning Natalie Portman plays a ballerina who mentally unravels as she pursues her dream role. Psychological drama.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet rated
    Runtime: 103 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Drama
    Year: 2010

    Boy Erased

    A Baptist pastor’s son is sent to conversion therapy when he’s outed as gay to his parents. Drama with Russell Crowe and Nicole Kidman.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet rated
    Runtime: 110 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Drama
    Year: 2018

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    Can You Ever Forgive Me?

    A struggling writer turns to the art of deception to save her failing writing career, as she begins to forge letters by famous writers.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet rated
    Runtime: 101 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Drama
    Year: 2018

    (The) Favourite

    Emma Stone and Rachel Weisz compete for the favour of Queen Anne, portrayed by an Oscar-winning Olivia Colman. Black comedy from Yorgos Lanthimos.

    GAY UK RATING: NOT RATED
    Runtime: 93 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Bio/Lesbian
    Year: 2018

    Hocus Pocus

    All hell breaks loose when witches Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy are resurrected in modern-day Salem. Family comedy. Stars the gay icon Bette Midler.

    GAY UK RATING: NOT RATED
    Runtime: 93 minutes
    Rating: PG
    Genre: Comedy
    Year: 1993

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    J.T Leroy

    Kristen Stewart stars as a young woman who spends years pretending to be the famed author JT Leroy, a literary persona made up by her sister-in-law.

    GAY UK RATING: NOT RATED
    Runtime: 104 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Drama
    Year: 2018

    Lez Bomb

    A woman brings her girlfriend home for Thanksgiving as she tries to come out to her parents. But an unexpected guest arrives and thwarts her plans.

    GAY UK RATING: NOT RATED
    Runtime: 86 minutes
    Rating: 12
    Genre: Comedy / Lesbian
    Year: 2018

    Lizzie

    Thriller based on the infamous 1892 Borden family murders. Chloë Sevigny and Kristen Stewart star.

    GAY UK RATING: NOT RATED
    Runtime: 100 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Thriller / Lesbian
    Year: 2018

    Meangirls

    A favourite amongst some in the gay community. Naive new girl Lindsay Lohan accidentally falls in with catty queen bee Rachel McAdams. Top teen comedy. Moderate language/mature themes/flashing images.
    GAY UK RATING: ★★★★
    Runtime: 93 minutes
    Rating: 12
    Genre: Camp Comedy
    Year: 2004

    Philadelphia

    An Oscar-winning Tom Hanks stars as a gay lawyer fighting against wrongful dismissal with the help of attorney Denzel Washington.

    GAY UK RATING: ★★★★★
    Runtime: 121 minutes
    Rating: 12
    Genre: Drama
    Year: 1993

    Pimp

    A struggling female pimp finds herself locked in a battle with a rival while trying to make a better life for herself.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet reviewed
    Runtime: 81 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Drama
    Year: 2018

    Rocketman

    The critically acclaimed biopic of Elton John’s life, starring Taron Egerton, Jamie Bell and Richard Madden.

    GAY UK RATING: ★★★★★
    Runtime: 116 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Biopic
    Year: 2019

    Riot Girls

    When a mysterious illness wipes out all the adults, the kids left behind split into two groups – sparking a vicious war for territory and survival.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet rated
    Runtime: 78 minutes
    Rating: 18
    Genre: Drama
    Year: 2019

    Saturday Church

    A colourful, musical journey into the life of a shy boy who stumbles across a vibrant transgender community while trying to find his own identity.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet reviewed
    Runtime: 79 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Drama / Transgender
    Year: 2017

    Sorry Angel

    Moving drama in which a successful writer and single father strikes up an intense romance with an aspiring filmmaker in his early twenties.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet reviewed
    Runtime: 127 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Romance
    Year: 2018

    Tell It To The Bees

    Two women form a powerful bond but must keep their blossoming relationship secret in 1950s small-town Britain.

    GAY UK RATING: Not yet reviewed
    Runtime: 103 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Romance / Lesbian
    Year: 2018

    Tootsie

    Dustin Hoffman plays an out of work actor who, out of desperation, pretends to be a woman to get a part on a soap opera.

    GAY UK Rating: NOT RATED
    Runtime: 112 minutes
    Rating: 15
    Genre: Comedy
    Year: 1982

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  • Cisgender Actors who have played trans parts in films and TV

    The history of actors, who don’t identify as trans, playing trans characters is decades old.

    List of cisgendered actors who play trans characters

    The argument against non-trans actors taking these parts have made headlines over and over. Is it right for cis-gender actors to play the parts of trans characters?

    Warning this article may contain spoilers to various films.

    The 1950s – 70s

    Daniel Davis, Glen or Glenda, 1953

    Glen or Glenda was released in 1953 starring Ed Wood – who was actually credited as Daniel Davis in this film. It’s a semi-autobiographical film, considered one of the worst films of all time. However, it is considered a plea for tolerance.

    Tim Curry, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, 1975

    Probably one of the most famous films to feature a “sweet transsexual”. TRHPS has gone on to become a cult hit and recently had a remake filmed and it starred Laverne Cox in Tim Curry’s part of Dr Frank N. Furter.


    The 1980s – 90s

    Michael Caine in Dressed To Kill, 1980

    In 1980 Michael Caine played a murderous trans woman in this erotic thriller. For his part in the film, Mr Caine was nominated for a Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor.

    Jaye Davidson in The Crying Game, 1982

    A drama which explores themes of race, gender, nationality and sexuality with the troubles of early 80s Northern Ireland as a backdrop. The trans character in this film is actually one of its great surprises, which is considered a “shocking twist”. Jaye Davidson was nominated for a Best Supporting Actor for the role.

    Terrence Stamp in Priscilla Queen of the Desert, 1994

    One of the most successful LGBT films of all times was released in 1994 is in the top 40 grossing gay and lesbian films of all times. Terrence Stamp’s Bernadette Bassinger is a carefully studied character, played respectfully.

    Mary Sean Young, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, 1994

    Possibly one of the most offensive portrayals of a trans person in film – which uses the trans character as a comedy mimic.

    Julie Hesmondhalgh in Coronation Street, 1998

    Coronation Street made history in 1998 when they introduced the first trans character to a British soap. It wasn’t until 2015 that EastEnders made further history by having a trans actor play a trans character. Julie Hesmondhalgh has been praised for her portrayal of a trans person and she is a huge advocate for the LGBT community. In 2017 she called on TV companies to employ trans people in trans roles.

    Hillary Swank in Boys Don’t Cry, 1999

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    One of the most tear-jerking LGBT films of all time. Hillary Swank was truly remarkable in the film which was based on the true story of murdered trans man Brandon Teena. The film was nominated for 57 awards and won 37 of them including, Best Actress (Oscars and BAFTAs) for Swank.


    The 00s to 10s

    John Cameron Mitchell in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, 2001

    One of the only musical films featuring a trans character in the central role. John Cameron Mitchell wrote and directed this film. It features in the top 100 LGBT films.

    Felicity Huffman in TransAmerica, 2005

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    Felicity Huffman was widely praised for her role in TransAmercia as a pre-operative male to female transgender person. This was an unusual casting decision as usually male to female trans parts are played by males rather than females.

    Rebecca Romijn in Ugly Betty, 2007-2008

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    Rebecca Romijn was another female who was cast in an M2F role in the comedy TV series, Ugly Betty. She appeared midway through the first season and left in season 3.


    The 10s to 20s

    Chloe Sevigny in Hit And Miss, 2012

    Hit And Miss was a TV series which followed the life of a transgender contract killer. It ran for one series.

    Jared Leto in Dallas Buyers Club, 2013

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    Jared was awarded an Oscar for his role in Dallas Buyers Club, however, his casting in this film and subsequent acceptance of the Oscar with a full beard was criticised by some in the trans community. Laverne Cox recently said, “as brilliant as Jared Leto is, and all these actors who play trans women, when people who don’t know anything about trans folks and trans women see the very sexy Jared Leto and his beard accepting an Oscar for playing a trans woman, the message that it sends is that trans women are really men”

    Jeff Tambor in Transparent, 2014

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    Amazon was praised for the production of Transparent starring Jeff Tambor who plays a trans person coming out as trans later in life. The show has won awards and much love from the critics for its sensitive portrayal of a family dealing with and accepting transition.

    Eddie Redmayne in The Danish Girl, 2015

    Eddie Redmayne played the part of Lili Elbe, acknowledged as the first trans woman to go through sex reassignment surgery. Despite it being widely praised there was only one Oscar win out of four nominations. The film was banned in a number of countries including Qatar, the UAE, Oman, Kuwait and Malaysia.

    Jonny Beauchamp and Otoja Abit Stonewall, 2015

    Stonewall was much derided when it was released in 2015. It also stars two actors in trans roles who are not transgender themselves. Otoja Abit who played Marsha P Johnson (who defined during her lifetime as a drag queen and sometimes as a gay man, but has since been celebrated as a trans woman after her death) and Jonny Beachamp who played the fictional character, Ray/Ramona.

    Elle Fanning, 3 Generations, 2017

    Fanning plays a character who pursues his true identity as male. Its release date was pulled in 2015 and pushed back until 2017.

    Matt Bomer in Anything

    The film received a lot of criticism before it was released for having a cis-male actor, Matt Bomer play the part of a transgender person.

    The film is about a transgender woman falling in love with a straight man. Mark Ruffalo is an executive producer on the film. Defending the decision to cast a cis-male in the role of Freda, Mark said that he had a “profound experience” working with Matt in The Normal Heart.

    He later apologised to the transgender community saying, “To the Trans community. I hear you. It’s wrenching to you see you in this pain. I am glad we are having this conversation. It’s time.”

    Have we missed something? Is there an error? Please use the comments below to help expand this article.

    *This article was first published in June 2017

  • Music ban “nail in the coffin” for gay bars in Scotland

    Music ban “nail in the coffin” for gay bars in Scotland

    A well-known LGBT+ bar in Aberdeen has called the decision to ban background music in hospitality venues a “nail in the coffin” and urgently called for a review into allowing music back in venues in Scotland.

    In a statement, Cheerz Bar in Aberdeen wrote, “We’ve gone from a party venue with Drag, DJ’s and Karaoke 7 Days a week, 365 Days a year to still be functional with table ordering and background music but recent changes in government legislation has stopped this in an effort to reduce the spread of Coronavirus.”

    It also called for urgent help for the hospitality sector from both the Scottish and UK government. It said that the lack of support for bars and nightclub was “deeply disappointing”.

    The ban on background music was introduced by the Scottish Government on the 14th of August.

    The lack of music could lead to people avoiding bars altogether

    In the statement Cheerz owners laid out how they believed the ban on music would affect its customers’ behaviour, saying,
    ” – Customers will now get closer to have private conversations.

    – Customers will speak louder because music will no longer disperse the sound of other tables.

    – Customers will be more inclined to party at other households with music.

    Massive losses for hospitality sector

    Cheerz noted how businesses in the hospitality sector have sustained massive losses, due to “stock wastage, rental costs, water rates, equipment charges”.

    On top of this, Cheerz bar says it was sent a bill from Aberdeen City Council, looking for its annual licensing fees.

    “We are trying our hardest to keep our doors open at this time but ultimately we need to save our team’s jobs and our venue”, the statement added.

    “We’ve made it 10 years, and we hope to make it for another 10+ but this now depends on the actions of the Government.

  • THEGAYUK Loves

    THEGAYUK Loves

    Utan Bergamot & Calendula Turbo Mousse

    Although the sun may be hiding at the moment, it doesn’t mean you have to lose your glow. utan’s tanning mousse is one of the best smelling, most natural tans we’ve ever used and it’s long-lasting. The mousse is easy to apply and leaves the skin lovely and smooth (and bronzed). Add the Calendula Tanning Water for the face for a facial tan that develops in just 4 hours.

    Available from their website https://utan.co.uk/

    Hemptouch Balancing Face Cream

    We’re loving how clear our skin looks after using this product, which has CBD oil, Chlorella & Orange Flower Hydrolate. A little goes a long way. Perfect for oily and combination skin it leaves your face looking radiant.

    Buy directly from their store: https://www.hemptouch.com/uk/balancing-face-cream

    6 O’Clock Gin

    Now we’re not usually here for alcoholic drinks in a can – it gives us flashbacks to a day trip to Southend-On-Sea, which was tragic with a capital T, but 6 O’Clock Gin’s cocktails in a can is a drink we feel we can enjoy responsibly, mainly because it tastes as though their four gin-based cocktails have been professionally mixed, by a mixologist who really knows what they’re doing.

    Check them out at their website: https://www.6oclockgin.com

    Bathmate Anal Toy Cleaner

    Do you clean your toys after use? If you don’t you really, really should. Bathmate has created a cleaner specifically for anal toys. So keep them hygienically clean, leave them smelling fresh, while helping to prolong the life of your toy. And most importantly helping to keep your booty healthy.

    Available to buy here or directly from Bathmate

  • What is the best way to dispose of a condom?

    What is the best way to dispose of a condom?

    Use it and bin it…

    Condoms are an important part of safer sex, especially if you’re not on PrEP and are engaging in anal sex, but what should you do with the rubber once you’ve spaffed your load.

    Once you’ve removed your penis (while still hard) from your partner’s ass, you should roll the Johnny up from the base of your penis towards the end. Sometimes the receptive partner might do this for you, especially if the end of the condom has become a little dirty during sex. Be careful here, because the condom will tend to go inside out as you’re pulling it away from the body – which isn’t so great when the tip of it is full of jizz.

    What's the best way to dispose of condoms after use

    Make sure to have a tissue to hand and as you take the condom from your cock, place the condom into the tissue and fold over the tissue to encase it. Some people like to tie a knot in the condom, so the man mayo doesn’t leak into your bin.

    Then… Chuck it in the bin. Do not put it down the toilet.

    Can we flush used condoms in the toilet after use?

    Should we throw used condoms in the toilet after use?
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    Have you seen those fatbergs they’re pulling out of the sewers? Yep, that’s a nasty concoction of condoms, wet wipes and sanitary products and poop all rolled up in fat. It’s not nice and because condoms are mostly latex, they don’t degrade – your trusty condom could be around for decades before it’s broken down. Not so good for the waterways and the planet.

    Although did you know you can now get VEGAN condoms?

    So chuck it in the bin and then wash your hands.