The Liberal Democrats' new spokesperson in the House of Commons on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues is Jo Swinson. At 27 Jo is one of the youngest MPs in the house, winning the new seat of East Dunbartonshire in 2005. She was appointed Liberal Democrat Shadow Secretary of State for Scotland after Ming Campbell's election as party leader last year, and now takes on the Women and Equality portfolio which includes LGBT rights.
Lorely Burt has sent a message to DELGA members on moving on from holding the LGBT portfolio.
This year's DELGA AGM date has been set for Lancing 3 room of the Holiday Inn, Brighton, at 8pm on Sunday 16 September. All current members of DELGA paid up to date at the time will be most welcome.
Lib Dem Leader Menzies Campbell has marked the anniversary of the 1967 law reforms by calling for further steps toward LGBT equality including tackling harassment and hate crime, and giving public bodies a duty to promote equality. Further he has highlighted the Conservative Party's dire record on LGBT issues in both government and opposition.
Liberal Democrat Party President and Shadow Leader of the House of Commons, Simon Hughes MP joined the Pride March in Brighton today.
Bromley's gay and lesbian community are gearing up for this Saturday's march through Bromley town centre to demonstrate against the Council's refusal to allow same sex ceremonies in their municipal buildings including the register office.