Pubs refuse to show World Cup matches in protest over Qatar LGBTQ rights record

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🍻Pubs are refusing to show World Cup matches as customers voice their disgust at Qatar's LGBTQ rights record

Qatar World Cup organisers have said they are committed to an “inclusive and discrimination-free” World Cup, but other venues have taken a similar position to the Mustard Pot.

“We will not promote this event. However, we wish England and Wales every success in the tournament.” In a statement, they said: “We wanted to create a safe space where people felt comfortable watching the football. The Mustard Pot in Chapel Allerton, Leeds, is among the venues that are boycotting this year’s World Cup

“But as you know, there are issues regarding the politics of the hosting country and our audience, and our community, is just very politically led when it comes to dealing with human rights issues.”

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Nicola Moxham who runs the Mustard Pot pub in Leeds said she had decided to U-turn on showing World Cup matches after customers raised objections 💬 “We started getting feedback from our regular customers saying, ‘That’s quite upsetting, that makes me feel uncomfortable’”

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