Overview
- The Brighton Centre was damaged overnight before the event, with multiple windows smashed and purple paint sprayed on the building.
- Trans activist group Bash Back claimed responsibility in social posts, accusing the conference of promoting transphobia.
- Protesters gathered outside on Friday as attendees arrived, with reports of shouting and confrontational placards.
- Sussex Police said a 22-year-old was arrested on suspicion of aggravated trespass and later released with no further action, and no arrests were made for the vandalism.
- Responses diverged as Health Secretary Wes Streeting condemned the violence, Green MP Siân Berry called the Brighton venue choice provocative, and the council cited its trans-inclusive stance after refusing a requested PSPO.