Liverpool creatives, charities and business leaders sweep British LGBT Awards

A host of local names were celebrated in central London, with figures from the creative, charity and business sectors taking home prestigious honours at this year’s British LGBT Awards.

Leading the city’s success were Carpenters Group and Michael Boland from MSB, who were each presented with the coveted Daily Mirror Spotlight Award in recognition of their commitment to championing inclusion and support within the LGBTQ+ community.

Kamran Rasul from Chapel Street’s The Dental Clinic was celebrated on the night too, receiving the Business Icon Award for his contribution to business leadership and advocacy.

The ceremony also paid tribute to acclaimed Liverpool writer and producer Jonathan Harvey, who received a Special Recognition Award for his services to television, film and theatre. Jonathan, who is best known for the 1993 coming-of-age comedy-drama Beautiful Thing and for penning more than 300 episodes of Coronation Street, was presented with the honour by fellow Liverpudlian and BAFTA-nominated actor Ellis Howard, alongside Corrie legend Helen Worth. Ellis also took home the Rising Star award.

Further recognition went to Liverpool charity Sahir House, honoured for its longstanding work supporting LGBT+ communities. The accolade reflects its continued impact in helping to create a more inclusive and compassionate Liverpool City Region.

Adding to the significant Liverpool presence on the night, actress Sunetra Sarker took to the stage alongside her Loose Women colleagues Jane Moore and Kaye Adams to present Boy George with the Music Icon of the Year award.

The British LGBT Awards are among the UK’s most high-profile celebrations of LGBT+ equality, inclusion and achievement, recognising those who continue to drive positive change across society.

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