Rainbow plaque trail set for Leeds

A rainbow plaque trail is to be created to commemorate those who have contributed to the LGBT+ story of Leeds.
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Leeds Civic Trust is working with Leeds City Council’s LGBT+ Hub to create the special trail throughout the city centre this summer.

People in Leeds are now being urged to nominate places and people that have shaped the city’s diversity.

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From Angela Morley (the first openly transgender Academy Award nominee) to Alice Bacon MP, who was instrumental in the decriminalisation of homosexuality; from Leeds Town Hall (an historical focus of rallies and campaigning) to the entertainment district in Lower Briggate, Leeds has much to commemorate.

Leeds Civic Trust Director Martin Hamilton said: “We are delighted to be supporting this venture, following the success of a similar scheme in London.

“The LGBT+ story of Leeds is a fascinating and important one and through these plaques we hope to communicate it to a wide audience.”

Councillor Al Garthwaite, Leeds City Council Lesbian and Bi Women’s Champion, said: “Leeds Pride, Heritage Open Days and LGBT+ History Month are all very important events for the city annually.

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“It is great to see Leeds Civic Trust working with the LGBT+ Hub and members of the community to deliver this LGBT+ History trail during the period these events are held.

“Our ambition is to have a strong economy within a compassionate city and I hope that this encourages people to come into the city centre and have an opportunity to learn about some of the amazing LGBT+ people who have helped contribute to the cities’ success.”

Nominations are open until March 30 and can be made via Leeds Civic Trust’s website.