While homophobic politics and violence are rising across Africa and are entrenched elsewhere, the UK is at a critical juncture. Many lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people seek asylum in the UK, but until now many have been sent back to countries where they are persecuted, and told to be discreet.
Last month the supreme court heard two cases challenging the Home Office over its refusal of asylum based on the argument of discretion. The men involved – an Iranian and a Cameroonian – are still awaiting a judgment which could set a major precedent in asylum law.
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