A Manx gay support organisation's first ever gay pride event gets underway in Douglas this evening (Sat)
Isle of Man Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Group will be flying the rainbow flag at the Empress Hotel.
The party starts with a drinks reception, followed by a meal and entertainment from a UK drag artist and local singers.
Chairman Lee Clarke says the Rainbow Ball will be the first of its kind in the Island:

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