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Yesterday, Public Health Scotland published waiting times data for gender identity clinics in Scotland. The data shows that someone joining the list today would expect to wait 163 years for a first appointment. We can't keep waiting. Find out more: www.scottishtrans.org/healthcare/c...

After years of committing to introducing legislation to end conversion practices, today the UK Government has published a draft Bill.

We are saddened to hear about the racist and Islamophobic attacks in Leith, Edinburgh at the weekend, which began near a local mosque and spread into other parts of the community. You can read our full statement here: www.equality-network.org/statement-fo...

The Netherlands passed a ban on conversion practices this week - what's stopping Scotland? We can't keep waiting - It's time to end conversion practices for good. Find out more about our work on ending conversion practices: www.equality-network.org/our-work/pol...

The Equality and Human Rights Commission's new code of practice, on enforcing single sex spaces, "would usher in a dark age for LGBTQ+ rights in the UK". That's according to @lgbtiscotland.bsky.social and @scottishtrans.bsky.social. Email your MP: equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/rejectthecode

Engender have launched their new report today, revealing the appalling extent of misogyny, harassment & abuse that women councillors face in Scotland. Read it here: www.engender.org.uk/news/blog/ni...

Alongside TransActual and Trans+ Solidarity Alliance, we have written to the prime minister to express our deep concerns with the new Code of Practice and urged the government to legislate now to protect trans people’s rights, dignity and inclusion. www.scottishtrans.org/jointpmletter/

Disabled trans and non-binary people were less likely to own their own homes, and more likely to socially rent than non-disabled trans and non-binary people. There were also less likely to be satisfied with where they lived.

Over the next few weeks we’re sharing some of our findings from each section of our Scottish Trans and Non-binary Experiences Disabled People’s Spotlight Report. You can read it here: www.scottishtrans.org/wp-content/u... This week we’re focusing on Housing (p.32-27)

New Victoria Hospital will no longer provide masculising gender-affirming surgery from December. We have been assured by NHS England that it is looking at alternative providers to continue this service, and that they will keep patients informed. transactual.org.uk/blog/2026/06...

The reason that so many Labour MPs – and MPs from across parties – think that the EHRC guidance is unworkable is because it is. Read the article here: www.theguardian.com/society/2026... Email your MP today: tinyurl.com/stopthecode

"I think it does actually mean a lot to trans people like me that these MPs have come forward and said, in the face of a Supreme Court judgment, in the face of a piece of government approved statutory guidance: No, we don't think this is right. We think the law should work in a different way."

Equality Network and Scottish Trans strongly condemn the racist protests that took place in Scotland this week, and others that took place across the UK. We strongly support BEMIS' statement, and agree that this violent, behaviour should have no place in Scotland: bemis.org.uk/statement-on...

Brave LGBT Refugees came together to tell their stories of finding safety and community in Glasgow. 'exiled for existing' is the first film of its kind to share them. Watch the premiere of this historic documentary short at the Glasgow Film Theater, 17 June at 12pm. Tickets Free, claim today!

Over 100 MPs have signed an early day motion to reject the EHRC's Code of Practice. If your MP hasn't signed yet, it takes two minutes to email and ask them to take action. equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/rejectthecode

In just one week, over 12,000 people across the UK have used our template to write to their MPs, to ask them to reject the EHRC’s harmful code of practice. Join them today: equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/rejectthecode

This visual comic of Murtaza’s words details his experiences of claiming asylum in the UK on the basis of his sexuality. For Pride 2026, we have commissioned this illustrated representation of Murtaza‘s story by Aleesha Nandhra: buff.ly/aCvX0a1

Our trans GP self-advocacy guide includes advice on issues related to admin, such as: changing your name/gender on NHS records, changing your sex on your passport, medical reports for applying for a GRC, and requesting access to your medical records. www.scottishtrans.org/gp-self-advo...

We are deeply concerned with the recent UK Supreme Court decision that changes the way Deprivation of Liberty is assessed.

Come along to our workshop at Porty Pride this weekend! FREE - St Mark's Church - 2-4pm - Sunday 7th June portypride.com/2026events/i...

We understand that this Pride Month comes at a time where many LGBTQIA+ people in Scotland, especially members of the trans community, are feeling increasingly unable to be open, joyful and proud about who they are, due to continued attacks on our rights.

Today we have published an in-depth summary of the EHRC’s Code of Practice. See our full statement and summary below.

The UK Minister for Equalities has laid the EHRC’s Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations before UK Parliament. You can find it here: www.gov.uk/government/p... We will be taking time to read it thoroughly before we share our thoughts. More details in the thread below:

Email your MSPs and let them know your priorities and hopes for what Scottish Parliament can do for the LGBTQIA+ community over the next 5 years. Link for LGBTQIA+ people: equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/newparliamen... Link for allies: equalrecognition.eaction.org.uk/newparliamen...

Today marks 50 years since the UK ratified the United Nations International Covenant on Economic Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) To read more on our website, visit: www.equality-network.org/50-year-anni...

Our CEO, Dr Rebecca Don Kennedy, spoke yesterday in the National about the urgent need for a comprehensive ban on conversion practices in Scotland and the UK. Read the full article here: archive.ph/b1ZZv

We had an incredible time at Pride in Our Community on Saturday! Together with our amazing partners DQE- Disabled Queer Edinburgh and Exhale.Group, we are proud to have created a space of celebration, resistance and healing for the LGBTQIA+ community.

➡️ The Minister for Women and Equalities has again said she plans to lay new EHRC guidance this week, in a media appearance. A reminder of how organisations like us, @transactualuk.bsky.social and @scottishtrans.bsky.social will be judging any new Code of Practice:

Our new trans GP self-advocacy guide is live! www.scottishtrans.org/gp-self-advo... The guide covers some general self-advocacy advice, as well as advice for issues related to trans healthcare, trans admin, and poor treatment and complaints.

There is one day to go until Pride in Our Community! We're so excited to see you there - It's going to be a day full of fun, community and connection. Come & join us on the 16th May from 11am-4pm, on the Leith Links (facing Duncan Place) in Edinburgh. 🏳️‍🌈 www.equality-network.org/pride-in-our...

We are concerned by the nature of the media attention focused on the election of Dr Q Manivannan to the Scottish Parliament at the recent election.

Pride in Our Community is only a few days away! Come and join us on the 16th May from 11am-4pm, on the Leith Links (facing Duncan Place) in Leith, Edinburgh. 🏳️‍🌈 Find out more about the event and read the access statement at: www.equality-network.org/pride-in-our...

Today, ILGA-Europe have released their annual Rainbow Index, which analyses the laws in 49 European countries, from Iceland to Azerbaijan. This year, the UK has remained at 22nd place, its lowest ever position, for the second year in a row. Find out more: rainbowmap.ilga-europe.org

The election is over, and a new parliament is setting up at Holyrood. Equality Network and Scottish Trans are looking forward to working with MSPs who wish to make Scotland a better place for LGBTQIA+ people, and all marginalised people, over the next five years.

We're really excited to have some wonderful local businesses/Scottish LGBTI+ Rainbow Mark holders, joining us to deliver workshops at Pride in Our Community. Come and join us on 16th May - 11am-4pm on the Leith Links (Duncan Place side) in Edinburgh! www.equality-network.org/pride-in-our...

There is one week to go until Pride in Our Community 2026, we're so excited to see you there! Come and join us on the 16th May from 11am-4pm, on the Leith Links (facing Duncan Place) in Leith, Edinburgh. 🏳️‍🌈 www.equality-network.org/pride-in-our... www.equality-network.org/pride-in-our...

We’re really excited to welcome you to Pride in Our Community 2026! Come and join us next weekend, 16th May from 11am to 4pm, on the Leith Links in Leith, Edinburgh. We’ll be on the side of the park facing Duncan Place! www.equality-network.org/pride-in-our...

The Scottish Parliament Election takes place today - 7th May 2026. You can vote between 7am and 10pm. It's really important that LGBTQIA+ people's voices are heard, so make sure that you get out and use your vote! 🏳️‍🌈

The Scottish Parliament Election takes place tomorrow, 7th May 2026. You can vote between 7am and 10pm. It's really important that LGBTQIA+ people's voices are heard, so make sure that you get out and use your vote! 🏳️‍🌈

📢 Workshop Announcements for Pride in Our Community! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 We're really excited to have Bollyqueer and Devilish Fashion joining us next weekend for Pride in Our Community 2026, 16th May - 11am-4pm on the Leith Links in Edinburgh!

📢 Workshop Announcements for Pride in Our Community! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 We're really excited to have Bollyqueer and Devilish Fashion joining us next weekend for Pride in Our Community 2026, 16th May - 11am-4pm on the Leith Links in Edinburgh!

📢LGBTQI+ people in detention need to be protected - Ask your MP to sign the joint letter with Rainbow Migration and push back. Contact your MP now: bit.ly/41YdoKr #NoPrideInDetention #EndLGBTQIDetention

Join us for an online LGBTI+ Awareness and Inclusion Training session on Tuesday 12th of May at 1pm - learn while you have your lunch! Tickets are £30 per person, all proceeds go back into funding our crucial training and campaigns work. Buy your tickets here: www.outsavvy.com/event/33396/...

Feel unsure about the 'right' language to use when talking about inclusion? Want to learn more about the current political context and how it affects the trans community? Want to be a better, more inclusive ally? www.outsavvy.com/event/33396/...

Join us for an online LGBTI+ Awareness and Inclusion Training session on Tuesday 12th of May at 1pm. Learn about inclusion, allyship and have a safe space to ask questions! Get your tickets here: www.outsavvy.com/event/33396/...

Pride in Our Community 2026 takes place in just a few weeks, and we are so excited to see you there! Join us on the 16th May, 11am-4pm on Leith Links in Leith, Edinburgh. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

The Scottish Parliament Election is coming up on the 7th May. Ahead of the election, we have created a summary of the relevant commitments and comments from the manifestos of all the parties currently projected to win seats. www.equality-network.org/our-work/pol...

Join us for an online LGBTI+ Awareness and Inclusion Training session on Tuesday 12th of May at 1pm - learn while you have your lunch! Tickets are £30 per person, all proceeds go back into funding our crucial training and campaigns work. Buy your tickets here: www.outsavvy.com/event/33396/...

Very important update for people on the Sandyford Adult Service waiting list - Please share widely to ensure that as many people are aware as possible!