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Dr Tristan Barber, Chair of the British HIV Association, shares his professional and personal reflections for LGBT+ History Month on the theme of science and innovation.

It’s time to get lenacapavir approved by NHS England and out to people who need it.

Jacqui Stevenson, Senior Policy, Research and Influencing Manager, reflects on prioritising people's quality of life in HIV policy.

Deborah Gold writes how we’re delighted with the encouraging updates in the HIV Action Plan annual report, but must not lose sight of the challenges that still remain.

Oluwakemi Agunbiade, our Policy and Research Officer, on how the Illegal Migration Bill, now in the House of Lords, could lead to catastrophic outcomes for those seeking asylum who are living with HIV and will work in conflict with efforts to engage all people living with HIV in care.

Adam Freedman, our Policy, Research and Influencing Manager, write how the BHIVA Spring Conference was a chance to learn about the latest developments in HIV medicine and healthcare. A running theme was the shared desire to improve the experiences of people living with, or at risk of acquiring, HIV within the healthcare system.

Lisa Power is a British LGBT+ rights activist. She was one of the founding members of the lesbian and gay rights group Stonewall in 1989, which has played a pivotal role in achieving legal recognition and protection for LGBT+ people in the UK.

Kat Smithson shares that since 2001 it has been possible to be prosecuted for the reckless or intentional transmission of HIV in England and Wales. We’re pleased that this week, long overdue changes to the CPS’s guidance have been published.

Winnie Sseruma writes that the game-changing HIV prevention drug PrEP is a vital tool to end new HIV transmissions. But a 2022 report showed that many who might benefit from PrEP were not currently able to access it, including women and those from racially minoritised communities.

Andrew is in his 30s and has been living with HIV for 13 years. Under current law is unable to start a family by sperm donation. He tells us why the law needs to change to reflect medical advances, so that those living with HIV can start a family.

Kat Smithson writes about how alongside Positively UK and NAM aidsmap, we’re partnering with Fast Track Cities London to create and deliver a new charter to break down prevailing misconceptions and stereotypes driving HIV stigma.

George Westwood writes that in 2022 we have continued working for HIV rights, with major victories: two big campaigns, a report which helped shift the conversation around PrEP, and pushing for reforms around mental health and migration.