“Last year, it was my great privilege to walk for the first time in DC’s Capital Pride,” British Ambassador Kim Darroch said. “Diversity and inclusion are values that make the United Kingdom great – and as a leader in human rights, the UK is committed to promoting the LGBT cause around the world.”
The UK is proud to be recognized as one of the most progressive countries in the world for LGBT rights and a welcoming destination for all. To celebrate this, between June and October 2017, the British Embassy Washington, the UK Mission to the UN, VisitBritain, and each of the British Consulates will participate in marches and events in their regions – Atlanta, Boston, Austin, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, New York, Salt Lake City, San Francisco and Washington, DC – with additional activity in Mexico City, Toronto and Vancouver.
In 2016, the UK saw record-breaking spend from US visitors, reaching £3.4 billion ($4.4 billion USD) across the UK last year and up 11% on 2015 figures. The latest statistics from the UK’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) also show that visits from the US were up 6% to 3.5 million in 2016, compared to the previous year.
“We are thrilled to be celebrating equality through our Love is GREAT Britain, our LGBTQ campaign taking place across Canada, Mexico and the United States. In this historic anniversary year, there are dedicated cultural exhibitions in London to enjoy, as well as Pride Festivals and Parades across the country. There has never been a better time to visit and celebrate your love in Britain.” says Paul Gauger, Executive Vice President Americas for VisitBritain.
