Gays, Lesbians To Protest (Press, 1 June 1988)
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Summary: Gays, Lesbians To Protest (Press, 1 June 1988)
On 1 June 1988, a picket was scheduled to take place outside the British Consul's residence in Christchurch at noon. The demonstration was organised by local members of the lesbian and homosexual community in response to Clause 28 of the British Local Government Bill. This controversial clause prohibited British local authorities from promoting homosexuality in any form, including through publications, school programmes, or the funding of lesbian and homosexual groups. The protest aimed to express solidarity with the Lesbian and Gay Rights Movement in Britain, which was vigorously opposing the clause that was set to come into effect on the same day. The decision to stage the picket outside the British Consul's home was made because he represented the British Government, making the location particularly significant for the demonstrators. A spokesperson for the organisers stated that the picket was intended to highlight their support for those struggling against the legislation in Britain.
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