The LGCM (Lesbian and Gay Christians Movement) has tried to contact senior members of the Anglican Church hoping they would condemn Uganda's proposed homophobic legislation. However, none of those contacted have shown any sign of disapproving of the legislation which could, in certain circumstances, result in the death penalty for homosexuals.

A spokesman for the LGCM said:
"LGCM has attempted to contact the two Primates of the Anglican Church in Britain hoping they would speak out unequivocally on Uganda’s proposed new legislation which threatens catastrophic effects on the lives of ordinary LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender)  people. A deafening silence comes from the Anglican Church in Britain towards the proposed draconian private members Bill currently before the Ugandan Parliament regarding homosexuality. The bill proposes the most condemning punishments towards anyone believed to be involved in homosexual acts, ‘promoting’ them, or agencies who know of anyone who is homosexual.

"It is with great sadness that we note the Anglican Church in Britain is saying nothing. The Archbishop of Canterbury’s office was contacted by us for a statement, but we have heard nothing. The Archbishop of York’s office told LGCM that Ugandan born Archbishop Sentamu 'will not be making a statement on this issue'.

"If ever there was a time for the Archbishops to speak out to protect human rights, is this not it?

Reverend Sharon Ferguson, Chief Executive of LGCM, said:
"I am dismayed and shocked at this silence from the Archbishops regarding this flagrant vilification of LGBT people in Uganda."

LGCM has called upon all clergy and laity to speak out about Uganda's blatant disregard for human rights.

For more information view:
www.lgcm.org.uk