Stirling Pride Denounces The Herald

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The group For Women Scotland won “Campaigners of the year” this year at The Herald’s Scottish Politician of the Year Awards. In response, Stirling Pride published posts across their social media platforms denouncing this decision.

Stirling Pride spoke clearly about the contradictions that went into this decision citing that Scottish Power sponsored the event, and that they “regularly champion diversity.”

Furthermore, they went on to say: “For Women Scotland have been at the core of the anti-trans lobby for a number of years and their actions are causing enormous harm to trans and non-binary people across the UK.

“The decision by The Herald to present them with this award is not a neutral decision. It shows clear intent by the newspaper that they believe anti-trans campaigning should be rewarded and celebrated.”

Wrapping up their post Stirling Pride wrote that they “will not stand for this” and that they will no longer work with The Herald or Scottish Power. 

The Herald and Scottish Power were approached for comment but did not respond.

Featured Image Credits: Stirling Pride

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