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Wednesday, 27 February 2008

The Scottish Government will hold a special reception at Edinburgh Castle tonight to mark Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender History Month. 

The reception will be hosted by Communities and Sport Minister Stewart Maxwell and will feature the official presentation of a report from the LGBT Hearts and Minds Group entitled ‘Challenging Prejudice: Changing Attitudes Towards Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People in Scotland.’

Maxwell said:

“I am delighted to hold this reception to celebrate LGBT History Month. The Scottish Government is committed to equality and inclusion for everyone and this annual programme of events allows us to reflect on the achievements of LGBT people and the huge contribution they make to all aspects of our society.

“This Government believes that a successful Scotland must be open, fair and inclusive and provide equal opportunity and choice for all its people. I welcome the report from the LGBT Hearts and Minds Group. I will consider their recommendations on how we can tackle discrimination and prejudice, and work together to enable all our citizens to achieve their full potential and share in Scotland's prosperity.”

LGBT Hearts and Minds Agenda Group, Equality Network Director Patrick Stoakes, said:

“We are happy to present this report to the Minister. We believe we have identified practical ways to reduce prejudice, and to move closer to a Scotland which truly respects diversity. We hope that the Government and other partners will welcome the recommendations, and we look forward to working together to take them forward.”

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