Early day motion · EDM 273 · 11 Jul 2022
Keith Parry and the LGBTQ+ community in north Wales
Tabled by Hywel Williams (Plaid Cymru)
6 signatures
The motion
That this House recognises Keith Parry from Bangor for a lifetime of commitment to supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community across north Wales; notes that Keith opened up his phone line to provide support for those who needed a safe space to talk through their problems; further notes that Keith has been instrumental in promoting safe sex among the local LGBTQ+ community, making available leaflets, information and condoms to partygoers and students; acknowledges the work Keith has done to promote inclusivity and openness among members of the local LGBTQ+ community and his efforts in moving north Wales Pride celebrations from a remote farm to the centre of Bangor high street; congratulates Keith on receiving a lifetime achievement award from North Wales Pride and an Icon of Pride award from Chester Pride in recognition of his decades of campaigning on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community; and hopes that Keith’s tireless campaigning for LGBTQ+ equality and safe sex will inspire others to campaign for inclusion and diversity across north Wales.
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