The story of a newly-elected councillor
Thursday 5th May 2011 was election night for many across the country and also the beginning of the count for the Alternative Vote referendum; however for myself it was a time of nerves as I was potentially about to be elected to my first ever position in civic office on the town council of Bradley Stoke, in South Gloucestershire.
LGBTory sets out its position on marriage equality and other priorities
LGBTory is in favour of marriage equality, regardless of sexuality or gender identity. We believe this is necessary to promote an equal legal footing for all committed relationships, of whatever kind. Currently, with Civil Partnerships, there are inconsistencies which mean those in them do not have the same rights as married couples. For example, under international law, if a married couple travel to another jurisdiction they are obliged to be recognised as such; there are no such recognition for Civil Partnerships.
LGBTory at Scotland Pride events 2010
LGBTory has always had a strong presence in Scotland, and is the only party to have been at each Pride here for the last four years. 2010 was no exception, and gave us another opportunity to hold stalls and join parades to support the LGBT community and the cause of equality.
