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UK Home Office downplays rise in transphobic hate crimes

UK MPs debate transphobic hate crime response, highlighting gaps in government's approach and need for targeted protection of transgender community.
A photo of Manchester Crownd Court where the Brianna Ghey murder trial is being heard and Brianna Ghey's murderers will be sentenced

Brianna Ghey murder trial; the prosecution have outlined their case

Disclaimer: The prosecution in the Brianna Ghey murder trial has submitted evidence which is alleged to have been sent by the defendants. This includes anti-trans remarks alongside descriptions of incredibly graphic violence and other disturbing content. Please read with caution and consider reaching out to support groups such as Mind UK if you or anyone you know is affected by the issues discussed.
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Transgender Europe report: Urgent need to address trans killings

Report reveals 320 trans and gender-diverse individuals were tragically killed last year, highlighting the urgent need for societal change and protection.
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Maui vigil honours lives lost in transgender community

Maui holds a vigil to honor transgender individuals lost to violence, emphasising the importance of awareness and remembrance.
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High suicide risk among transgender elders demands attention

Study reveals high suicidal ideation rates in older transgender adults, highlighting the need for targeted support and resources.
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Sex Matters demand census investigation and Commons inquiry

Sex Matters challenges the 2021 census data on transgender individuals, demanding an official investigation and a Commons inquiry.
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Carlow Town Hall raises trans flag on Transgender Day of Remembrance

Carlow Town Hall flies the trans flag on Transgender Day of Remembrance, marking a historic day of support and inclusivity for the transgender community.
Press photo of Rishi Sunak. Sunak and Starmer clashed today over transphobia in Parliament

UK Prime Minister considering bypassing Human Rights Act

Sunak's plan to sidestep the Human Rights Act for his Rwanda asylum policy raises concerns over human rights implications in the UK.
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Man charged with aggravated assault after attacking transgender woman in Texas

Tayla Smith, a transgender woman from Texas, narrowly escaped death when Kordel Stewart, a man she met on a dating app, attacked her during their first date.
A photo of Elon Musk who owns Twitter and set the direction for the brand which has enabled Transphobes on Twitter to plan to gate crash a funeral. Photo by Steve Jurvetson, Wikimedia Commons

Transphobes on Twitter planned to crash funeral for trans youngster who died by suicide

The parent of a transgender boy who died in early October announced details of the funeral on Twitter. Transphobes on Twitter planned to attend the funeral stating "funnies must ensue".