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This is GMB Scotland's Self-Organised Group's LGBTQ+ account. GMB Scotland supports LGBTQ+ workers. www.gmb.org.uk

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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
@ciorstaidh.bsky.social and @gmb.org.uk President Barbara Plant at #WLDLiverpool26 @gmbscotland.bsky.social @gmbsouthern.bsky.social
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
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Alejandra Caraballo @esqueer.net · 12/09/2026
A trans man in the UK has been banned in the workplace restrooms after he was forced to use the women's restrooms to comply with the new EHRC guidance. The women complained because he is visibly male and so they told him he can't use any bathroom.
A screenshot of a Reddit post from the r/LegalAdviceUK subreddit by user Dijstraanon, titled "FtM transgender facing two different issues at work? England."
The post text reads:
"Brother in law is trans FtM and presents fully as a man. He's now facing an impossible situation at work with his employer telling him that due to recent legislation he must use the toilet of his birth gender. BUT several female colleagues have raised a grievance about him using their gendered toilet.
His employer has told him that he cannot use the toilet while he is at work until they sort it out and cannot give him a timeframe to do so. They do [cut off] have disabled separate toilets.
In the mean time one of his female colleagues has accused him of sexual harassment because he was used their gendered toilet. His menstrual cycle meant he needed to use the toilet.
He's been with the employer for just over 5 years but only in this location for 18 months. The location is mainly male with just a handful of females, and his workshop only has male toilets.
I do not know how to support him and as he's not in a union there is no one to turn too right now."
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Great to chat with the folks from @tie.scot this afternoon at #millportpride
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Millport’s First ever Pride March. Great turnout
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Delighted to march as part of the inaugural Millport Pride today on the Isle of Cumbrae. Great spirit of solidarity. #Ayrshire #LGBT+Pride
Two GMB members with rainbow painted faces in the city centre of Millport. Three smiling GMB members with rainbow hat, tshirt and flags in front of the water at Millport.
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QueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 26/08/2026
The UN experts set out that the EHRC code "adopts an unduly rigid approach to trans-inclusive services Read our full report: www.wearequeeraf.com/understand-the…
The UN has again warned the UK against the implementation of the EHRC code of practice, which recommends the segregation of Trans+ people
Human rights experts appointed by the United Nations Human Rights Council have warned the UK's EHRC code of practice "risks institutionalising discrimination against transgender and gender-diverse persons" - UN OHCHR
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Steph Paton @stephpaton.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
It's Oban Pride!
Photo of someone in a colourful dress flying an Oban Pride flag
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QueerAF @wearequeeraf.com · 22/08/2026
Six London councils have announced they will refuse to comply with, or implement, the new EHRC Code of Practice  Understand more: www.wearequeeraf.com/understand-the…
Text reads: Councils defy EHRC code - Green council leaders have worked with Labour and Lib Dem administrations to write to the government, setting out their refusal to adopt the code
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Participating in @obanpride.com march today.
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Come visit us at @obanpride.com
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TACC @tacc.org.uk · 19/08/2026
We’ve submitted a formal complaint to the Charity Commission about Sex Matters, raising concerns about its conduct, campaigning and the potential harm caused to trans people. Our full evidence is attached so you can see exactly what we’ve put to the regulator. tacc.org.uk/2026/08/19/t...
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TACC raises a complaint with the Charity Commission about Sex Matters
We have submitted a formal complaint to the Charity Commission about the registered charity Sex Matters (1207701). Our complaint raises serious concerns about the organisation’s conduct, including it...
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
actionnetwork.org/petitions/ms...
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MSPs - show courage and stand up to the far-right
Dear MSPs, Over the Scottish Parliament’s summer recess period, we have seen: A hijab wearing woman of colour attacked in Glasgow Black and Asian taxi drivers and food delivery workers attacked...
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
IT’S MILLPORT’S FIRST EVER PRIDE! COME ALL AND JOIN GMB SCOTLAND LGBTQ+ IN THE MARCH. LET’S ALL SUPORT MILLPORT PRIDE. @gmbscotland.bsky.social @gmb.org.uk @largsmillportnews.bsky.social
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Come help support @obanpride.com we will be in the Corran Halls as well if you want to visit us. Support our Pride Marches. @gmbscotland.bsky.social @gmb.org.uk
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
With trans rights under attack as never before, we need to show our support for the trans community. Will you join us? goodlawproject.org/s/d23a8a
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I stand with trans people | Good Law Project
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Fabulous day flying the GMB rainbow flags at a very sunny Pride Edinburgh.
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Composite 17 - STOP REFORM COUNCILS ABANDONING OUR PRIDE .. another composite motion supporting the LGBTQ+ community, proposed by GMB Scotland and passed at GMB UK Congress today 11 June 2026. drive.google.com/file/d/1DAqt... #GMB26
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Text of composite 17 - STOP REFORM COUNCILS ABANDONING OUR PRIDE.pdf
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
#GMB26
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Congress voted in favour of Composite 15 yesterday 9 June: "TRANS RIGHTS FOLLOWING THE UPDATED EHRC GUIDANCE ON THE EQUALITY ACT 2010" drive.google.com/file/d/1HfVE...
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Text of Composite 15, transcribed by the GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Self-Organised Group.pdf
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
The full text of the composite 4 (motion) is available in this PDF file "Protect trans and non-binary workers' rights in law and practice and inclusive trans, non-binary & intersex workplaces" : drive.google.com/file/d/16VVR... #GMB26
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Composite C4 Protect trans and non-binary workers rights in law etc.pdf
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
GMB Congress 2026 has voted in favour of composite 4: "Protect trans and non-binary workers' rights in law and practice and inclusive trans, non-binary & intersex workplaces" This composite was moved by GMB Scotland with GMB London. #GMB26
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
You can watch Ciørstaidh speaking in support of LGBTQ+ rights on the livestream from #GMB26 this afternoon at www.youtube.com/live/827uxQw...
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Tuesday - GMB Union Congress 2026
YouTube video by GMB Union
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
#GMB26
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
"We call on Secretary of State Bridget Phillipson to instead use her role to clarify the intention of the Equality Act 2010 to be trans inclusive so that there is no further need for legal uncertainty."
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
"As the guidance says, trans and non-binary workers have a right to "access services safely, free from harassment, and with dignity" and we will come together to ensure those principles apply in every workplace." www.gmb.org.uk/news/gmb-sta...
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GMB Union @gmb.org.uk · 01/06/2026
Happy Pride Month to everyone celebrating in the GMB 🏳️‍🌈 This month, and every month, GMB is proud to stand up for LGBTQ+ people in the UK and around the world 🏳️‍⚧️ Pride is a protest - never forget that 🌈 #PrideMonth
Picture of progress pride flags flying with text - happy pride month - written on top
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
As the GMB delegation, we supported all the excellent policies and declarations that were agreed by a vote of the delegates to conference. Theyre available in the Decisions Booklet: www.stuc.org.uk/equalities-l... #STUClgbt26
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Conference
STUC LGBT+ Conference 2025 took place on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June 2025 at the Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel in Clydebank
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Duncan Hothersall @dhothersall.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Deeply moving debate at #STUClgbt26 over the long-promised trans-inclusive ban on conversion practices. Several delegates with painful personal experience bravely and eloquently setting out why this torture needs to be eradicated in Scotland and the UK, to unanimous support from the conference.
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Duncan Hothersall @dhothersall.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
This weekend I'm at #STUClgbt26 with @communityunion.bsky.social. First time I've been part of this event. It's great to be in a fully LGBTQ supportive space, and draw strength from like-minded folk.
Photograph showing Community Union merchandise on a table in front of a screen welcoming people to the LGBT+ STUC conference 2026.
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Mike Corbett @mikecorbett1.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
An absolute pleasure to be part of the fantastic NASUWT team at the STUC LGBT+ Workers’ Conference today. #STUClgbt26
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Proud to participate in #stuclgbt26 Great conference. #TransPrideScotland
Photo showing six GMB delegates to conference standing with a sign saying "I support Trans rights" and the banner of the STUC LGBT+ Workers Committee
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Hearing about survey on the experience of trans workers by TransActual at #stuclgbt26 transactual.org.uk/transactual-...
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Research from TransActual – TransActual
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Congratulations Gary!
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
📣📣🚨 Breaking News. New National LGBT+ lead elected for @gmb.org.uk None other than our own @ciorstaidh.bsky.social Ciorstaidh Reichle from @gmbscotland.bsky.social
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Trans Pride Scotland @transpridescotland.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
🏳️‍⚧️✨5 DAYS TO GO! ✨🏳️‍⚧️ Bringing joy and resistance, we’re honoured to announce that Cabaret Against the Hate Speech will be co-hosting this year’s Trans Pride Scotland! Known for their joyful protests with singing, dancing and music, they’ll be raising everyone’s spirits all throughout the day.
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
We'll be there - looking forward to it!
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
Our very own Pauline Ward at Edinburgh Pride this year.
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Our very own @ciorstaidh.bsky.social at GMC Congress moving motion “Return the concept of feminism back where it belongs” #GMB25
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Helen 🏳️‍⚧️✊🏻💕 @mimmymum.bsky.social · 08/06/2025
Legal proceedings have been issued against the Information Commissioner, NHS England, and Hilary Cass for failing to acknowledge that the materials used in the Cass Review are subject to the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and the Public Records Act 1958. Yes, Hilary Cass is personally being sued.
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Hilary Cass Hit with Lawsuit for Concealing Review Papers
Tell us where the papers are, or we will ask the court to intervene.
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
#GMB25 @gmb.org.uk @humanrightsvicky.bsky.social
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Victoria McCloud @humanrightsvicky.bsky.social Speaking to GMB Congress in Brighton. Always a fantastic inspiration! #GMB25
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Aneira Thomas, the first child born under the NHS speaking to congress #GMB25
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GMB Union @gmb.org.uk · 08/06/2025
Nigel Farage? Weak on Putin. Threatens our NHS. #GMB25
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 08/06/2025
At GMB Congress in Brighton. #GMB25
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 01/06/2025
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NASUWT Scotland @nasuwtscotland.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
STUC LGBT+ Conference welcoming Jordan Daly @tie.scot Inspiring speech 👏👏👏 'We have resistance in our blood and we will win' #STUCLGBT25
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
Listening to @jordan.tie.scot at #stuclgbt25 talk about the @tie.scot campaign.
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GMB Scotland LGBTQ+ Group @gmbscotlgbtq.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
Here at #STUClgbt25 listening to Kaukab Stewart MSP update conference on the GRA.
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