Launch a public inquiry into the impact of Section 28 on LGBTQ people

We call on the Government to launch a public inquiry into the impact of Section 28 of the Local Government Act (1988) which specified that Local Authorities could not intentionally promote, through material or teaching, homosexuality or same-sex relationships as a 'pretended family relationship’

892 Signatures

Status
Open
Opened
Tuesday 24th March 2026
Last 24 hours signatures
321
Signature Deadline
Thursday 24th September 2026
Estimated Final Signatures: 3,656

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Section 28 created a very hostile environment for young people and staff in secondary schools from its introduction in 1988 until it was finally repealed in 2003. Students were unable to get support at school and staff were forced to hide their identity, fearing they would be sacked. This hostile culture continued after repeal and impacts LGBTQ people throughout their life.

A public inquiry is needed to assess the impact this had and to what extent the culture it created still exists today.


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