Wanted – Robin Hood tax: Should richest 1% share their money with the poor?
The wealthiest 1% of the world’s population will own more than the remaining 99% within two years, according to a report by the aid and development charity Oxfam.
No more Page 3… but fight against sexism continues, says Manchester campaigner
The Sun’s decision to whip its topless models off Page 3 is a positive sign of progress but a small step in the fight against sexism, according to a Manchester campaigner.
Mayor praises Manchester’s ‘long fight for inclusion’ ahead of gay rights movement’s 50th birthday
A plaque commemorating the 50-year anniversary of the birth of Manchester’s gay rights movement will be unveiled today at Church House.
Jokes on racism, homophobia or ‘midgets’…? All good if they challenge issues, says female comic Tanyalee Davis
Tanyalee Davis, 43, is performed at The Captain’s Comedy Club last night, offering a glimpse of her unique experience in comedy as a female dwarf
‘Beacon of equality’: UK is number one in Europe for LGBT rights – but there’s still ‘a lot to do’, says Stonewall
The UK is the best place in Europe for gay rights, claims a leading network of European LGBT organisations – for the third time running.
Inspirational bi-sexual and lesbian women join two-day Sugar and Spice festival for International Women’s Day
Sugar and Spice Festival aims to sweeten up International Women’s Day for LGBT community.
The fight for equality continues: Trailblazing LGBT rights campaigner Peter Tatchell set for Salford talk
Tatchell speaking at Working Class Movement Library
Bury traffic warden SACKED on Christmas Eve over ‘golliwog’ keyring – but man pleads ‘I’m not a racist’
Mike Bower, 52, said it was ‘just a keyring’
Victory and more at stake for Manchester-based Lizzie Armitstead at cycling World Championships
Armitstead aims to improve women’s cycling with victory in Florence
Adventure across India for Bolton Girl Guides supporting education and equality for vulnerable young women
The trip included visits to a residential education camp
Here come the girls! Sky Sports presenter launches Her Rugby League to promote sport among women
The brainchild of the project is Sky Sports presenter Angela Powers