Written question asked by Baroness Stedman-Scott (Conservative) on Tuesday, 8 October 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 October 2024. It was answered by Lord Collins of Highbury (Labour) on Monday, 28 October 2024 on behalf of the Government Equalities Office.
LGBT+ People: Equality
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Twycross on 29 July 2024 (HL467), whether ministers approved the change to the term "LGBT+" following the general election.
- Answer
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Yes. The Government uses the term LGBT+ to reflect the breadth and diversity of the community as well as the preferences of most LGBT+ people. This term also resonates with language used by international partners and institutions. Whilst this is the Government's standard terminology, there may be occasions where it is appropriate to utilise variations that reflect a narrower or wider focus.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL1412
- Session
- 2024-26
- Related items
- Subjects
- Equality LGBT+ people
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- 2025-09-05 17:29:32 +0100
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