London - Post Report Question and Answers
Is this a good city for LGBT expatriates? Why or why not?
Even the rugby and football teams have pride flags in their stadiums and on their uniforms. It seems to be a non issue here. - Jan 2024
There seemed to be a strong, welcoming LGBT community in the city. - Nov 2022
I think so - Aug 2022
Unknown, but probably! - May 2022
Yes. - Jun 2017
Very LGBT friendly. - Feb 2017
Yes. - Feb 2016
I think so! There's a large Pride parade and there are plenty of gay/lesbian bars and LGBT events around the city. Marriage and civil unions are legal here, and generally people seem pretty accepting. - Nov 2015
Yes. London is liberal as any big city in the U.S. - Aug 2015
Yes. - Jun 2015
Yes. - Jun 2015
Yes. - May 2015
They flew rainbow flags at the Embassy for Gay Pride Month, which is awesome. - Aug 2014
I'm gay and I had a great time in London. Using the same discretion I would in Canada, I never felt uncomfortable. I would hold my partner's hand while walking in parks, etc., and never had any problems. There is a wide variety of social circles and nightclubs to be involved in. - Sep 2012
Very accepting. - Jan 2012
Very accepting of gay and lesbian lifestyles. - Aug 2011
Yes! - Nov 2009
I would say so judging by the Soho area alone. - Mar 2009
There seem to be a huge population. - Sep 2008
Absolutely! Mayor Ken Livingston wants London to be the gay mecca of the world. - Feb 2008