Key dates, Theme A - Paper 2

Question 1

What year were sexual acts between homosexuals made illegal?

Answer 1

1885

This marked the beginning of legal persecution for homosexual acts in the UK.

Question 2

In what year were homosexual acts declared legal for people over 21?

Answer 2

1967

This change did not apply to individuals in the armed forces.

Question 3

What significant legal change occurred in 1994 regarding homosexual acts?

Answer 3

Age of consent for homosexual acts is reduced to 18

This was part of a gradual shift towards equal rights.

Question 4

What year did homosexuals gain the right to serve in the armed forces?

Answer 4

2000

This change marked a significant milestone in military policy.

Question 5

In what year was the age of consent for homosexual acts reduced to 16?

Answer 5

2001

This was aimed at providing equality in age of consent laws.

Question 6

What legal recognition was granted in 2004?

Answer 6

Civil partnerships are recognised in law

This provided legal rights to same-sex couples.

Question 7

What major legal development occurred in 2013?

Answer 7

Same-sex marriage is recognised in law

This was a landmark decision for LGBTQ+ rights.