Timeline LGBTQ+ and Disability Rights

In which year was the Sexual Offences Act decriminalised sex between men over 21 in private in England and Wales?

• 1967

• 1972

• 1981

• 1995

Denmark becomes the first country in the world to legally recognize same-sex unions, after passing a bill legalizing “registered partnerships” in a 71–47 vote.

• 1995

• 1977

• 1993

• 1989

Which act allowed same-sex couples legal recognition in the UK in 2004?

• Civil Partnership Act

• Equality Act

• Disability Discrimination Act

• Marriage Act

The UK legalised same-sex marriage in England and Wales in which year?

• 2013

• 2005

• 2010

• 2015

Section 28, introduced in 1988, banned the 'promotion of homosexuality' by local authorities and in schools.

• True

• False

Section 28 is repealed in England and Wales. What year did this happen? Category: LGBTQ+

• 2003

• 1999

• 2010

• 1995

Which UK act, passed in 2004, allows individuals to change their legal gender?

• Marriage Act

• Gender Recognition Act

• Equality Act

• Civil Partnership Act

Who was the first openly gay Member of Parliament in the UK?

• Peter Tatchell

• Alan Turing

• Chris Smith

• Angela Eagle

In 2022, what type of campaigns gained momentum across the UK to ensure Pride events are inclusive of disabled LGBTQ+ people?

• “Accessible Pride” campaigns

• “Green Pride” campaigns

• “Digital Pride” campaigns

• “Youth Pride” campaigns

Which act in 2010 brought together various anti-discrimination laws covering disability, gender, sexuality, and more?

• The Equality Act

• The Human Rights Act

• The Civil Rights Act

• The Disability Discrimination Act