Prospect backs Stonewall Section 28 campaign

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Prospect backs Stonewall Section 28 campaign

Prospect is encouraging members to support Stonewall's campaign to repeal Section 28 of the Local Government Act. Members can sign an online petition, or download a postcard to fill in and send to their MP, at the Stonewall website.



Section 28 is the common name for Section 2a of the Local Government Act 1986. This section prohibits local authorities in England and Wales from 'promoting' homosexuality. It also labels gay family relationships as 'pretend.'Prospect has a strong commitment to equal opportunities, and is happy to support Stonewall's campaign to repeal the Section 28 legislation.