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International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia: Brits unite with millions across the globe
LGBT rights activists hail a year of international success as same-sex marriage is legalised in many countries, but warn against fresh challenges like Uganda's new anti-gay laws

People in Britain will unite with millions worldwide today to mark International Day Against Homophobia, Bi-phobia and Transphobia.

Activists warned that there was still a long way to go for the LGBT community —  despite winning legal battles such as same-sex marriage.

Chairman Craig Cameron of the Scottish Trades Union Congress’ LGBT Committee said the movement saw international events as “a key area of concern” this year.

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