Written question asked by Lord Strathcarron (Conservative) on Monday, 29 July 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 August 2024. It was answered by Baroness Twycross (Labour) on Monday, 12 August 2024 on behalf of the Women and Equalities.
LGBT+ People: Equality
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government which abbreviation they prefer to use when referring collectively to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people.
- Answer
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The Government uses the term LGBT+. This reflects 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 different focus.
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL467
- Session
- 2024-26
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- Subjects
- Equality LGBT+ people
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