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Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride in the Prison Service

Posted by: Officer Rowe, Posted on: 1 June 2021 - Categories: Culture, Personal stories
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Gavin Rowe, Equalities Officer spoke to us about beginning his career in the Prison Service as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, his experiences within his role and his aspirations for the future. I would never say that I have …

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Openly LGBTI+ in the prison service: celebrating pride

Posted by: Nic, Posted on: 8 July 2019 - Categories: Culture, Personal stories
Nic stands in the foreground wearing a black and white uniform. Behind them is a crowd waving rainbow flags

What's it like being openly LGBTI+ in the prison service? Nic tells us about being out at work, and celebrating pride with colleagues.

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