The Story of the Turing Pardon, Part Two.

A look at the petition to pardon Turing for ‘gross indecency’, as well as the social and historical significance of the pardon.

“This is the official Turing Centenary and so it is the ideal time to take a stand against obsolete ideas about homosexuality, and to honour one of the most important and pivotal figures in British history..”

Justice for Men Convicted of ‘Gross Indecency’.

The Protection of Freedoms Act allows men convicted of gross indecency before 1967 to have their criminal record erased.

“The law is a victory for the groups who have for years lobbied for such a law. It is also a testament to the work of Stonewall, representatives of whom gave evidence to the Public Bill Committee on 24 March 2011.”

Latest News on the Petition to revoke Alan Turing

The justice minister, Lord McNally, unfairly dismisses the pardon for Alan Turing.

“In his centenary, Turing is owed a debt of gratitude by this country. LGBT History Month is not the time to reject that change.”