Transgender Day of Remembrance

20th November 2009

"Today the Government joins the transgender community in remembering those trans people who have died as a consequence of intolerance and prejudice.

"No one should suffer threats or violence because of their gender identity. The Government is committed to fighting hate crime, promoting equality and tackling discrimination and bigotry in all its guises.

"That’s why we have recently launched the Cross-Government Hate Crime Action Plan which sets out how we plan to tackle hate crime and improve support for victims.

"Our new Equality Bill will also add to existing protection for trans people, furthering our aim to create a fairer, more tolerant and more inclusive society."

Maria Eagle MP, Minister of State at the Government Equalities Office and Ministry of Justice