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  • How the LGBT community is planning to vote on the EU Referendum

    How the LGBT community is planning to vote on the EU Referendum

    Over the past couple of months THEGAYUK has conducted a number of flash polls to see what way readers were tending to skew for the EU Referendum.

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    CREDIT: EU

    Referendum day is upon us and up and down the United Kingdom today millions of people will be casting their votes to secure Britain’s future in or out of the European Union.

    Over the past months we’ve polled our readers in a series of flash polls to get a feeling about how people are planning to vote today.

    Here are our findings:

    Polling date: 23rd March

    How are you likely to vote on EU?

    25% Vote Leave

    61% Vote Stay

    14% Undecided

     

    Polling date: 24th April

    Better In Or Out of The EU?

    82% Better In

    18% Better out

     

    Polling date: 22nd June

    With the EU vote looming are you decided on which way you’ll vote?

    56% Remain

    32% Leave

    10% Still undecided

     

    Live poll:

     

  • Canterbury gay bar’s window reportedly “shot out”

    Canterbury gay bar’s window reportedly “shot out”

    Police are currently undertaking a search of the area surrounding the Limes gay bar in Canterbury after the window was reportedly “shot out”.

    According to Kentonline.com police officers are currently searching the area surrounding Canterbury’s only gay bar Limes Lounge, after a window was allegedly “shot out”. A small hole was discovered in the window, leading people to believe that the window had been shot at.

    It is not yet clear how the hole was created, officers are investigating the possibility that a catapult or air rifle was used. No weapon was seen by witnesses or seized by officers.
    A Spokeswoman for Kent Police said,

    “No injuries were reported and the investigation into the incident continues.

    “A window was broken and the cause of the damage remains under investigation. No weapons were reported to have been seen.”

    Officers were called to Rosemary Lane in Canterbury at 9.50pm on Sunday 19 June following a report of a disturbance after a number of people had been asked to leave a venue. A window was broken in the incident. The cause of the damage remains under investigation. No weapons were reported to have been seen.

    Shortly after 4am two people – an 18 year-old man from Dover and a 17 year-old woman from Hythe – were arrested in connection with the incident and are currently in custody.

    No injuries were reported and officers remain at the scene as investigation into the incident continues.

     

    In 2014 the boss at Limes said he was threaten with arson six months after it opened. The owner  Tony Butcher told Kentonline that he was also approached by a man in a dog collar who suggested that he should be cleansed of his sins by attending his church.

     

  • Orlando gunman 911 transcripts released

    Orlando gunman 911 transcripts released

    Transcripts of phone calls made to emergency services on the night of the Pulse massacre by the gunman  have been released by the FBI.

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    Partial transcripts have been released by the FBI of the calls made to the emergency services by the gunman who killed 49 people at a gay night club in Orlando.

    Omar Matten allegedly made a number of calls during the siege which began around 2:00AM and lasted 3 hours. The first call made to the emergency services was 30 minutes after the first shots were fired.

    The first call (see below) lasted about 50 seconds.

    Police: Emergency 911, this is being recorded.

    Mateen; In the name of God the Merciful, the beneficial [in Arabic]

    Police: What?

    Mateen: Praise be to God, and prayers as well as peace be upon the prophet of God [in Arabic]. I let you know, I’m in Orlando and I did the shootings.

    Police: What’s your name?

    Mateen: My name is I pledge of allegiance to [omitted].

    Police: Ok, What’s your name?

    Mateen: I pledge allegiance to [omitted] may God protect him [in Arabic], on behalf of [omitted].

    Police: Alright, where are you at?

    Mateen: In Orlando.

    Police: Where in Orlando?

    [End of call].

    During the evening Mateen spoke to Orlando’s Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) three times first at 2:48Am, then at 3:03AM and then at 3:24AM – the transcripts for these communications have not been released in full.

    However it is during these conversation the shooter reportedly identified himself as an Islamic soldier and that America should stop bombing Syria and Iraq.

    He also warned that he had explosive vests – the kind used by the terrorists “in France”.  No vests were found.

    The FBI issued a statement in which it said out of respect for the victims of the shooting that it would not release transcripts of communications with victims of the assault.

    “Out of respect for the victims of this horrific tragedy, law enforcement will not be releasing audio of the shooter’s 911 calls at this time, nor will law enforcement be releasing audio or transcripts of the calls made by victims at the Pulse nightclub during the incident.”

     

    ALSO READ: metropolitan police to beef up visibility at Pride In London this weekend

    ALSO READ: Nearly a quarter of the LGBT community fear for their safety on the gay scene

    ALSO READ: Who are the victims of the Pulse massacre?

     

  • Les Miserables Forced To Cut Gay Kiss Scene In Singapore

    The popular musical Les Miserables faces action after a gay kiss caused complaints from the theatre goers.

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    The kiss happened during the song Beggars at the Feast, which was actually a short peck on the lips between two male actors. Organisers of the show said the moment had been added for comical value, yet the Media Development Authority (MDA) said it would take action as the scene hadn’t been included during the classification process.

    The show has since pulled the “kiss” following complaints. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender relationships are not recognised in Singapore. It is illegal for men to have sex with men which is punishable with up to 2 years imprisonment. Although this isn’t often enforced, legalisation has often been upheld in the courts. The LGBT community can’t adopt children nor do they have any anti-discrimination protections.

  • 50 People Killed at Gay Nightclub in Florida

    50 People Killed at Gay Nightclub in Florida

    50 people are now reported to have been killed at a mass shooting in a Florida gay club in the early hours of Sunday morning which has left many casualties according to Orlando Police.

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  • Everything You Need To Know About Gloucester Pride

    Everything You Need To Know About Gloucester Pride

    Gloucester Pride happens this weekend and thousands of people will be filling up the city to celebrate LGBTI life.

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    Gloucester Pride is held on the 11th June this year, taking over the city with it’s extended parade route, followed by a party in the park.

    Where does Gloucester Pride Parade Begin?


    The Gloucester Pride parade starts off at Shire Hall at 11.30am on Saturday 11th June.

    What Route will the Gloucester Pride Parade Take?

    Leaving Shire Hall, the parade will travel around town making it’s way to the main event in Gloucester Park.

    The Festival

    The Pride festival kicks off from 12:00pm until 7:00pm with entertainment from the Main Stage, Cabaret Tent and Dance Tent. PLUS there’s lots of stalls including THEGAYUK stall, where you can buy some Pride Jewellery to help support Pride. Then afterwards the evening entertainment continues at The Station Hotel.

    The day event is Free – Tickets are available for the after party on the day for just £10.

    Who’s Performing At Gloucester Pride?

    Main Stage: Sonia, Lloyd Daniels, Tom Barnwell – The Voice, Ryan Jagger, Feryl, Heather Porter, Charlie Baxter, CC Quinn, Misty Monqiue, Dr Bev, Emily Samways, Kian Taylor-Jackson, Amanda Henderson.

    Cabaret Stage: Sandra, Miss Penny, Monica Tension, Ruby Slippers, Me Myself & Jon, Stephanie Von Clitz, Amy Slade, Stefan, James Negus, Miss Demeanor, Gracie G, Eva Fliction, Pandora LaRoux.

    Dance Tent: Ted O’Shay – DJ

    After Party – Nicki French, Lloyd Daniels, Miss Demeanor, Sisters Of Sass, Speeches, Surprise, Dr Bev, Ryan Jagger, Miss Penny, Gracie G, Last Orders.

    Visit the official Gloucester Pride Website HERE

  • Animals Are Gay Too

    Animals Are Gay Too

    Some salmon are gay and some bison are bi.

    The Center for Biological Diversity has released a video which shows that it’s not just the human race who have sexual diversity. The short clip features a quick list of animals that are known to have same-sex relationships such as bears, whales, elephants and wolves.

    The video has been viewed over 16,000 times and 460 likes.

    Scientists have found that homosexuality exists in over 1500 species in the world.

    In 2014 THEGAYUK was involved in saving Benji the gay bull in Ireland, who faced the slaughter-house after he refused to mate with females.

    THEGAYUK created a crowdfunder campaign which received international recognition – with donations that helped relocate Benji to an animal sanctuary in England.

    We’ve also got a list of the top 10 gayest animals on the planet right here.

  • NHS “Washed Its Hands” On Providing PrEP For Gay And Bisexual Community

    NHS England has come under intense criticism after it announced it was removing the anti-HIV drug known as PrEP from the official commissioning process.

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     CREDIT: tashatuvango-bigstock

    NHS England is facing a backlash from sexual health groups and HIV charities after it confirmed its decision to remove PrEP from the official NHS commissioning process, meaning that the anti-HIV drug will be inaccessible to people at risk of HIV.

    Both the National AIDS Trust (NAT) and the Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) blasted the decision. With the NAT saying it was considering further legal action against NHS England.

    PrEP is an HIV prevention drug, proven to be effective in stopping HIV transmission in almost every case if taken properly. The decision by NHS England not even to consider commissioning PrEP came after 18 months of hard work from an NHS working group (comprising clinicians and experts from across the HIV sector) which demonstrated the need, efficacy and cost-effectiveness of PrEP.

    Deborah Gold, Chief Executive, NAT, said,

    “NHS England is sitting on something that could be the beginning of the end for the HIV epidemic – if only it were made available.  The refusal to commission it for all those at significant risk is astonishing.   Seventeen people are being diagnosed with HIV every day. Weare extremely disappointed and we will now be looking at our options, including further legal action.”

    Terrence Higgins Trust called the decision “shameful” and said that NHS England had “washed its hands” of one of the most stunning breakthroughs in HIV prevention which disproportionately affects the gay and bisexual community in the UK.

    Ian Green, Chief Executive of Terrence Higgins Trust, said,

    “Today is a shameful day for HIV prevention. This country used to lead the way in the fight against the HIV epidemic, but today, our national health service has washed its hands of one of the most stunning breakthroughs we’ve seen; a pill which, if taken correctly, is almost 100% effective in preventing HIV.  A pill which is already available in America, Canada, France, Kenya and soon to be Australia.

    “How did it come to this? It defies belief that, after 18 months of false hope, delays and u-turns in the battle to see PrEP made available on the NHS to people at high risk of HIV, today we are in a worse position than when we started.

    “It is a mess, and the people who will feel the effects are the 2,500 men who have sex with men who will be needlessly infected with HIV each year in the UK. This figure has not changed in a decade. Who will claim responsibility for the life-long impact this will have on people’s lives?

    “It’s not right that people who know themselves to be at high risk of HIV have to buy PrEP themselves from the internet at considerable personal expense. Many high risk people are living in poverty and they simply cannot afford to protect themselves against HIV. Currently, only those who can afford it are able to access this life-changing treatment, further widening the inequality gap by those most affected by HIV.

    “The battle for PrEP must continue until the day that people at highest risk have access to this groundbreaking pill that will protect them from HIV.”

  • BREAKING: Lesbian Couple Are Found Guilty Of The Murder Of Two-Year-Old Son

    BREAKING: Lesbian Couple Are Found Guilty Of The Murder Of Two-Year-Old Son

    A same-sex couple have been found guilty of two-year-old Liam Fee’s murder in Fife.

    Two women from Ryton in Tyne And Wear, have been found guilty of the murder of Liam Fee, Rachel Fee’s two-year-old son who was found dead at their home in Glenrothes in Fife March 2014.

    The toddler died from blunt force trauma which caused his heart to rupture. The court heard that he also suffered numerous injuries including bone fractures.

    Rachel Fee, 31 and Nyomi Fee, 29 denied that they had murdered Liam, but were found guilty after a seven week trial at the High Court in Livingston.

    They were convicted of all eight charges that were brought against them by the Crown Prosecution Service in Scotland.

    They were also convicted of assaults against two other boys in their care.

    The couple maintained that Liam had received the injuries from another child – one of the boys they falsely accused of Liam’s murder.  He cannot be named for legal reasons.

    A jury found the two women guilty after 10 hours of deliberations.

    Detective Inspector Rory Hamilton, MIT East,  who led the investigation said,

    “This was a complex, challenging and sensitive investigation which involved interviewing two young children to establish the level of abuse and neglect both they and Liam Fee had been subjected to.

    “It was because of their courage that detectives were able to identify Rachel and Nyomi Fee as being responsible for a wide range of serious offences against three children.”

    Assistant Chief Constable Malcolm Graham, lead officer for Major Crime and Public Protection, said,

    “Liam’s murder has had a profound effect on everyone involved in the investigation and our thoughts are with his wider family.

    “The death of a child is always traumatic but the murder of a child has a terrible and lasting impact on the family, on the wider community and on the carers and professionals involved.

    “Police Scotland places the highest priority on protecting the most vulnerable, most at risk people in our communities and in investigating criminality when it does take place.

     

  • What Time Does Birmingham Pride Start

    What Time Does Birmingham Pride Start

    Thousands of people are expected to take part in this year’s Birmingham Pride. Here’s all the latest information to help you make the most of your day.

    What Time Does Birmingham Pride Start

    The parade for Birmingham Pride starts at 12.00pm (noon) on Saturday 28th May and will be setting off from Victoria Square. It is expected that from start to finish the walking time of the parade is 45 minutes. However the parade itself will take much longer than that because of the number of people involved with this year’s festivities.

    What’s the Birmingham Pride Parade Route.

    After setting off from Victoria Square the parade will then venture down New Street and left onto High street. It will then turn right at Carrs Lane and right again on to Smallbrook Queensway. The parade will then turn left onto Hurst Street until it reaches the Pride festival site.

    Motorists should expect road closures and longer waiting times than usual in the city centre  and it is best to avoid the areas around Hurst Street and Victoria Square.

    The Festival

    The Pride festival kicks off from 12:45PM until 12:00AM and then from 1PM till midnight on Sunday. Entry to the festival is by wristband only. After 8pm only attendees over the age of 18 will be permitted to enter the festival area. Under 18s already within the site are permitted to stay, but if they leave they will not be allowed reentry.

    You can still watch the parade if you don’t have a wristband.

    To buy a wristband click here.

    Tickets cost £40.00 for a weekend pass or £25.00 for Saturday or £25.00for Sunday.

    Concessions are priced at £20.00

    Who’s Performing At Birmingham Pride?

    Fleur East, Katy B, Lawson, Liberty X and Lucy Spraggan are just some of the names confirmed to perform on the Saturday. Sunday’s performers are confirmed to include Andy Bell, DJ Fresh, Lisa Stansfield, MNEK, Blonde, Vengaboys, Karen Harding and Stooshe

    Where to stay?

    TheGayUK recommends both the Hotel Du Vin and La Tour Hotel.

  • The Horrific Moment A Man Saws Off His Johnson In Front Of Shop Assistant

    The Horrific Moment A Man Saws Off His Johnson In Front Of Shop Assistant

    A shocking video has emerged of a man sawing off his manhood in front of a shop assistant.

     

    A horrific and graphic video of a man in California sawing off his penis has surfaced online.

    The video which features a young looking male has surfaced on LiveLeak which appears to show him hacking at his penis in front of a terrified shop employee.

    The man, standing in front of the cash registers lowers his trousers and underwear in front of a female staff member, who quickly walks away to make a call, after he brandishes a knife.

    He then begins to hack away at his penis.

    In the 57 second video, which has been viewed over 70,000 times shows the man trying several times to cut away at his manhood.

    The jury is out as to whether the video is a fake and it is not known if the man sustained serious life threatening injuries.