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'I moved to Blackpool because of my sexuality - it allowed me to be who I am'

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'I could go out of here now, get myself in total drag, t**s and everything - folk wouldn't bat an eyelid'

In true Blackpool fashion, next month will be a sea of rainbows, colour and celebration when Blackpool Pride comes to town.

Now at the age of 42, Luke says society was a bit different from him as a gay youngster, but Blackpool "just opened my eyes." He added: "I came here on my 18th birthday and wanted to move as soon as I could and I did. "Blackpool has my heart and I am so excited for my not just for my own but Blackpool future, because this town is going to be the place to be very soon but has always been the town to be for me."

"So many local businesses have sponsored the event, far more than there ever has before. The majority of venues have come together as well and our community has widened and extended with people from different LGBTIQA+ venues."

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