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WHO says new strain of Mpox constitutes a global health emergency

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that the recent upsurge of Mpox (previously known as monkeypox) constitutes a global health emergency.

23 August 2024

I'm Possible, Not Impossible - new theatre piece at the Tramshed

I'm Possible, Not Impossible is a new dance-theatre show, which will be on at the Tramshed Theatre on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th of August

16 August 2024
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Our statement on the racist riots

At METRO we know a lot of people are shaken, scared, and uncertain in the wake of the racist riots which have been taking place over recent days.

7 August 2024

Draft Relationships Education, Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) and Health education: METRO Charity’s response and resources

On Thursday 16th May 2024, the Department for Education released its new draft guidance on Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) in British schools. This guidance is now open for public consultation until Thursday 11th July 2024 and anyone can respond to the consultation.  

31 May 2024

Geoff Hardy tribute

We heard the sad news that Geoff Hardy has died at the age of 73. Geoff was a core member of METRO’s first staff team of four and he was an important campaigner for LGBTQ+ equalities.

14 May 2024

Rwanda Bill

We are incredibly disappointed and concerned that the UK government’s Rwanda Bill has been signed into law. Here's why.

2 May 2024

Summer of Pride!

Check out what pride-filled events and opportunities we have coming up in May and June!

23 April 2024

Introducing the METRO Charity Insight report 2024

“METRO’s services are very distinct and are not necessarily available elsewhere.” — Service user feedback

18 April 2024

Cass Review Final Report: METRO Charity's initial statement

Our initial response to the Cass Review's final report on gender identity services for children and young people, published this week.

12 April 2024