Steps refuse concert in Dubai over sexuality clause
Mr Watkins said he gave his reasons for not wanting to perform.Dubai is one of the United Arab Emirates, which has strict laws against homosexuality., its human rights record and its treatment of migrant workers."Respecting and backing H's position has shown fabulous allyship," Ms Pickard said.
"They [Steps] have a strong Pride community following, and this reinforces their support and love for their fans." She added she would like to see other artists follow in Steps' example and think twice about performing in places where people in their fan base face imprisonment or the death penalty.Ian "H" Watkins publicly came out in 2007, a decade after Steps launched
Mr Watkins said he had told the band they were welcome to perform without him, but the band decided to follow his decision. He said regardless of one's gender, sexuality, or colour, people should be able to live their best life, and be their authentic selves."If everybody did that, all of those ripples will make huge waves, and we will have a much more inclusive and beautiful place to live."
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