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Source Record

Home Secretary celebrates London Pride

Why this source is used

Government news item noting London as the 2012 WorldPride host and ministerial participation in Pride in London.

Start with the answer

Start with the answer How has Pride in London changed? Pride in London changed from a small liberation march in 1972 into a major civic event, while still carrying protest, visibility and rights advocacy. Read the topic guide Pride in London Evolution Pride in London grew from the first official UK Pride march in 1972 into a major civic event that still carries protest, visibility and rights advocacy.

Source Status

Publisher
Home Office / GOV.UK
Type
government
Reliability
high
Cited by
3 pages

Source Links

Open original source https://www.gov.uk/government/news/home-secretary-celebrates-london-pride Accessed 2 June 2026 Open archived copy https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/ukgwa/*/https://www.gov.uk/government/news/home-secretary-celebrates-london-pride

Used by Topics

Pride in London Evolution

Used by Questions

How has Pride in London changed?

Used by Timeline Events

7 July 2012 ActivismCulturalInternationalUK

World Pride in London

In 2012, London hosted World Pride, a major international celebration of LGBTQ+ pride coinciding with the Olympic year. The event drew participants from around the globe and elevated London's status as a leading centre for LGBTQ+ culture and activism.