Motions that would have banned the force from the parade were narrowly voted down at the organisation's annual meeting.
After consultations earlier this year, the Mardi Gras board decided to move a motion to ban NSW Police from participating "until such time as they demonstrate a commitment to improving relationships with LGBTQIA+ communities".Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras members have voted down motions to ban NSW Police from marching at the 2025 parade.
"The NSW Police Force has been marching in the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras since 1998 and for the LGBTQIA+ staff and allies within the NSW Police Force as well as their friends and family, this remains an important and significant annual event," a spokesperson said. "The NSW Police Force is dedicated to supporting LGBTQIA+ communities and takes pride in its role as a community leader for inclusion and diversity.
"The NSW Police Force also values its ongoing close relationship with the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras to ensure the safety and success of its events.": Stay across all the latest in breaking news, sport, politics and the weather via our news app and get notifications sent straight to your smartphone. Available on the
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