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UK court overturns Trinidad and Tobago anti‑gay law

London’s Privy Council has struck down Trinidad and Tobago’s law criminalising male same‑sex activity. The ruling ends a ten‑year legal fight led by dual‑citizen Jason Jones. It may set a precedent for other Caribbean anti‑gay statutes.

4 items4 outlets First item: 10 November 2026Last update: 11 November 2026, 06:49

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  • United KingdomBBC NewsBBC reports that the ruling has overturned the anti‑homosexuality laws, ending an 11‑year legal battle by Jason Jones.
  • GermanyDWDW highlights the Privy Council’s role as the final appellate court for former British colonies in overturning the criminal law.
  • AustriaDer StandardDer Standard points out that the Court declared the criminalisation of male sex unconstitutional, emphasizing the colonial legacy.
  • United KingdomThe GuardianThe Guardian celebrates activist Jason Jones’s victory and the ruling’s potential impact on other Caribbean laws.

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10 November 2026

11 November 2026