ParliOUT at Houses of Parliament Restoration & Renewal

ParliOUT is a Workplace Equality Network (WEN) in support of LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) people in Parliament.

A principal aim of ParliOUT is to make LGBT+ role models more visible and accessible.

The network also provides a welcoming social forum and an informal support network of people from across Parliament. With the other WENs, ParliOUT strives to create a supportive and inclusive working environment by providing support, guidance, educational and networking opportunities to all staff and Members of both Houses of Parliament.

Membership

All parliamentary passholders, including Commons and Lords staff, MPs staff and contractors are welcome to join ParliOUT, as are MPs and Peers. Membership is not restricted to people who require a platform relating to this WEN but those involved are required to respect the aims of the Network.

Pride in London and Rainbow flag

ParliOUT annually represents the Houses of Parliament at Pride in London. The parade, held in central London, is an opportunity for LGBT+ people and their allies, to be visible and speak loudly about what they have achieved and what is still needed to make the UK a more equal place for everyone.

For the second year Parliament raised the rainbow flag. The cost of the flag was met entirely by donations from ParliOUT network members and related ParliOUT events.

Claire Maugham

"I know that people can only do their very best at work if they are able to be fully themselves, and I would like to be part of making the R&R Programme a place where everyone is welcome and valued. My children and their generation are more aware and empowered when it comes to LGBT+ equality, but through them I have learned about the challenges which still face LGBT+ teenagers, and this has inspired me to become an active ally."

Employee Support:

Transitioning at Work Policy sets our commitment to support colleagues who may be undergoing transition, benefits include 5 days paid leave to support with appointments.