LGBT+ Liberal Democrats is the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender & sexuality minorities equality group of the Liberal Democrats. DELGA (Democrats for Lesbian & Gay Action) was the original name when the organisation was formed. From 1996 to 2011 its name was Liberal Democrats for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Action.
The organisation was founded shortly after the formation of the Liberal Democrats and is a Specified Associated Organisation, which gives it special status within that Party.
The Chair since July 2010 is Adrian Trett. The Honorary President is Dr Evan Harris, and the vice presidents are Bernard Greaves, Sarah Ludford, and Lynne Featherstone MP.
Read more about LGBT+ Liberal Democrats: History, Achievements, From DELGA To LGBT+, Campaigns, Notable LGBT Liberal Democrats
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