LGBT artists decry Supreme Court ruling as tens of thousands turn out for rainy London Pride parade
Thousands turn out to rainy Pride in London parade
- Thousands gathered for the annual Pride in London parade, with The Independent acting as an official news partner.
- Attendees, including musician Olly Alexander and writer Shon Faye, criticised the Supreme Court's ruling defining "woman" and "sex" as biological.
- Olly Alexander stated that trans people are being "villainised" and "demonised," emphasising their need for support and equal rights.
- Shon Faye described the ruling as an "unprecedented attack" on queer and trans rights, urging the community to reclaim public space.
- Despite a YouGov poll indicating public belief in UK LGBTQ+ inclusivity, Stonewall highlighted a significant decline in the UK's global LGBTQ+ rights standing