Gtr Mcr LGBTQ+ Community Ambassador, Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester -
@GMLO_UK
Public Speaker, RAF Veteran. Trustee
@4EVERManchester
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The last 5 years have been โMagicalโ Happy 5th Birthday to Our Little Princess Willow - lots of love, hugs & kisses โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
@Si_AustinBehan
@Rhondafarrell10
Thank you for all the lovely messages over the last week, so many emotions & will write more later, but highlight after receiving OBE last week was seeing Prince William
@KensingtonRoyal
yesterday, to take โeyes rightโ I โeyeballedโ him-he saw, nodded and smiled
@fightingwpride
Feeling proud, honoured & humbled to spend a morning at Windsor Castle to receive my OBE along with many other deserving recipients, which was
@KensingtonRoyal
1st one since before Covid Restrictions, managed to get back in time to show Willow, whilst still at
@KidzRUs2010
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Congratulations
@OwainWynEvans
raising over TWO MILLION POUNDS in 24 HOURS banging those drums! 4
@BBCCiN
It was FABULOUS & EMOTIONAL to be
@BBCNews
at the same time as you 4
@BBCBreakfast
&
@BBCRadioManc
SO PROUD OF YOU! โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
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After a beautiful and emotional day, we would like to announce the birth of Willow Patricia Austin-Morgan who came into the world at 14:26, weighing 7lb 3oz. Both Rhonda & Willow are perfectly fine - Much Love
@Rhondafarrell10
@Si_AustinBehan
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Feeling heartbroken! On behalf of the โAUSTINโ Family I just wanted everyone to know that this morning, our mum Vera Austin passed away peacefully with David, Paul and myself by her side. Love you Mum, Heaven has gained a true angel tonight R.I.P MUM XxX
Every year inspiring people from across the UK are recognised for their outstanding achievements.
One person who received his OBE today was Carl-Austin Behan, recognising his incredible work for charity and the LGBTQ+ community in Greater Manchester.
Today marks 66 years since Alan Turing committed suicide after being chemically castrated for the 'crime' of being gay. Credited as the father of modern computing after cracking the enigma code during WW2. Today we took delivery of
@JustinEyekons
phanominal
#Artwork
#AlanTuring
Feeling immensely proud and honoured to be appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant of the County of Greater Manchester, I have officially been โGazettedโ
@GMLO_UK
@HighSheriff_GM
Quite frankly- I couldnโt have achieved it without you! I sometimes wonder how you put up with me - Me, not wanting to spends time just chilling on the sofa watching TV - when I want to be out and about with various groups and organisations.... LOVE YOU
@Si_AustinBehan
XxX
I am overwhelmingly proud & could literally just burst with pride ๐ฅฐ... my husband
@CarlAustinBehan
has been honoured in the Queenโs
#NewYearsHonours
with an OBE.... you are just truly AMAZING!! XxX
Just randomly being in
#York
when
@RoyalFamily
HM King Charles III & Queen Camilla happen to be visiting
@York_Minster
York so Willow got to see them โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ video no 2 xx
So 5 years ago today we became Mr & Mr Austin-Behan, the years have flown by... during these 5 years life in general has been a rollercoaster at times, obviously with the love, joy, friendship and happiness we both have for each other on a daily basis has kept us strong. ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ๐ฅฐ
WOW -I can now relax, Iโve had to keep a secret for a month! Iโm truly proud, honoured & privileged to be an Honorary Doctor of
@BoltonUni
for outstanding contribution to the community - thanks so much, I dedicate this award to the many amazing people across Greater Manchester ๐
Today is going to be the hardest day of my life saying my final good bye to my best friend, my idol, my hero, my everything- Mum I love you and I am going to miss you so much. ๐๐ฅ๐
Thanks so much for all the beautiful birthday massages, WOW 50โฆโฆ I still remember my 21st and still feelโฆ. and act 18 ๐๐๐ lots of love ๐๐๐
A day of mixed emotions as I stand down after 7 years as a councillor
@ManCityCouncil
@MCCBurnage
Thanks also to Our LGBTQ+ Community who I have worked with and along with to promote
#Diversity
,
#Equality
&
#Inclusion
across this great City we live in. The futures bright....
The Ministry of Defence has introduced a new policy to allow former personnel discharged over their sexuality to have their medals restored.
Carl Austin-Behan talks about his experience and what it means to reclaim his medal for bravery.
Read more:
CONGRATULATIONS Dr
@OwainWynEvans
who received an honorary doctorate for services to broadcasting from the fabulous
@BoltonUni
this afternoon. It was so wonderful and extra magical with your surprise drumming - will share that video in the reply below โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ ๐ฅ
So excited to announce that myself,
@Si_AustinBehan
@Rhondafarrell10
& Lisa are expecting our first baby who will be due end of March 2019 - Our little bundle of joy will have so much love and affection with 2 mummyโs & 2 daddyโs. Lots of love XxX
Happy 4th Wedding Anniversary to my beautiful loving husband
@Si_AustinBehan
(who is current blocked on
@facebook
) all the joys we have shared memories we have made and now with our amazing bundle of joy Baby Willow, love you so much ๐๐๐
Been a strange one this year but had a lovely and amazing day, spending quality time with the 2 mummyโs and Willow then helping to feed the homeless and vulnerable in Bury, followed by our own Christmas at home - Willows face as she opened presents - PRICELESS Merry Christmas x
20 years ago today I won
@MrGayUK
in Manchester. I am still as proud today as I was back in 2001 for winning, We still need to campaign and fight for true equality and inclusion, we are stronger together.
#transrightsarehumanrights
#loveislove
#EqualityWins
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Happy 6th Wedding Anniversary to my best friend, my soulmate๏ฟผ, and beautiful husband
@Si_AustinBehan
Thank you for the past 17 years especially the last 6. Love you more and more as the years passโฆ. Big hugs & Kisses โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธLove You โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
Due to being at sea we had no signal for 48 hours,
Happy 7th Wedding Anniversary
@Si_AustinBehan
my best friend, my soul mate, my partner and beautiful husband!! And hereโs to many more years together making memories โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
@RoyalCaribbean
#AnthemOfTheSeas
@jamierosedee
@20StoriesMCR
Hi Jamie, feeling sickened to hear this. Please can you DM me or email me Carl
@Austin
-Behan.uk so I can take this matter up with the management
@20StoriesMCR
this is NOT acceptable and I will be taking action. ๐ก
Happy Birthday to our beautiful daughter Willow, it really does only seem like yesterday since you were born, canโt believe how quick the time flies by, already in just a year you have brought so much love, joy and happiness in all our lives!! Love you so much little princess ๐ฅฐ
We are delighted to show the repair work to one of the two defaced murals.
Carried out so quickly and thanks to all involved.
Sends a strong signal to those responsible.
The other piece will be restored later in the week.
I may have only served 6.5 years in the
@RoyalAirForce
but I can honestly say I loved every minute of it and I am as proud today as I was whilst serving to support the work the RAF carries out. So many memories!! Thanks
@JohnnyMercerUK
for the apology as we celebrate
#LGB20
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1, I am extremely thrilled, honoured and excited to be offered the new role as President
@ContactMcr
especially at this time as Contact is going through major redevelopment. With so much young talent within the North West we need to embrace the differences and opportunities....
So this is actually happening- first 12 weeks dragged and the last 12 weeks have flown by... So Excited that in just a few hours time out beautiful baby will be born ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ผ๐ถ๐ป๐
@Si_AustinBehan
@Rhondafarrell10
Well itโs official now!! After 2 Wedding Ceremonies under my belt this afternoon I am pleased to say that I am a Deputy Superintendent Registrar / Celebrant for
@ManCityCouncil
itโs an absolute joy to be a part of a couples special day as they say โI Doโ โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
Today we remember all of our trans siblings who we've lost to transphobic violence due to bigotry, hatred & prejudice. From 1st Oct 2019 to 30th Sept 2020, 350 trans & gender diverse people were reported murdered just for being themselves
#TDoR2020
ย Trans rights are human rights!
Weโve had such a lovely day today at
#Llandudno
as
#Wales
opens up to visitors we went to Happy Valley Gardens where Mum & Dads ashes are scattered & tried out the
@OspreyEurope
Poco Plus carrier. I just hope that all the shops, restaurants, hotels and bars manage to survive ๐
Everybody says cherish EVERY moment - canโt believe where the last 17 months have gone - Baby Willow is no longer a baby ๐ถ ๐ผ
@Si_AustinBehan
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I met a young trans lad this evening whoโs forced to wear a blouse & pinafore for school as the school wonโt allow him to wear a shirt and trousers -yet the school has an LGBT School Network Group and promotes
#LGBT
Awareness - I will be asking questions
@MayorofGM
@WiganCouncil
As we are now full flow with
#PRIDE
season Iโve been working with
@MyKitkase
to come up with a Mcr Bee Pride Edition & National Pride Edition with a % going to an LGBTQ+ Charity. Would you purchase one? If so โlikeโ and Retweet with your choice -
@ManchesterPride
@PrideInLondon
Absolutely shocked, heartbroken and devastated. Kate Vokes and her son Archie were both so beautiful, Kate was involved in so many organisations that have changed so many peoples lives - I am lost for words, my heart goes out to the family, friends and all who knew them both ๐๐ฅ
Update on Mum
Thank you so much for all the get well wishes, She was very well looked after by the hospital staff
@BuryCO_NHS
After lots of tests and MRI Scan she had had another mini stroke, she has recovered well and is back in high spirits laughing and smiling, with love x
๐ณ๏ธโ๐๐What a result for LGBT inclusive education, 538 for, 21 against. THANY YOU to all those who have been involved in the campaign!
Parliament has sent a strong message that school should be a place where young people are able to grow and learn about themselves and others. ๐๐ณ๏ธโ๐
3 years old todayโฆ. Where does the time go, HAPPY BIRTHDAY our little Princess, you brighten our lives everyday. Lots of love, hugs & kisses XxxxX Willy Willy Woo Woo! โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
@Si_AustinBehan
Such a beautiful day Iโve finally managed to replace the damaged yellow signs on
@lgbtq_queen_bee
@sackville_mcr
managed to also give them a good cleaning & remove some unwanted graffiti they are looking amazing today basking in the sun in the heart of Manchesterโs Gay Village โค๏ธ
Feeling extremely proud and honoured to have been appointed as a new trustee on to the board
@LGBTfdn
such a fantastic organisation protecting and supporting the rights of ALL members of the LGBT+ Community
#EqualityWins
So.... Burnage itโs been a pleasure representing you as a Labour Ward Councillor for the last 7 years - will update more tomorrow ๐๐โค๏ธ๐๐
Having such an amazing time unwinding & relaxing, spending some long overdue โqualityโ time with my beautiful husband
@Si_AustinBehan
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I get it why we need a national lock down but devastated that gyms are having to close. I feel safer there than anywhere else, they are clean and constantly sanitised. We need them to stay open for everybodyโs mental health and wellbeing ๐ก
So shocked and numb at hearing the sad news that the passionate, hard working, dedicated
@smurph99
@ManCityCouncil
has passed away. Thoughts are with her family, friends and loved ones R.I.P Sue and thank you for all the support and encouragement you gave me over the years ๐ฅ
My mum taught me that if you have nothing nice to say then donโt say it!
@BorisJohnson
๐กTHANK YOU
@AndyBurnhamGM
@MayorofGM
and all OUR city leaders for fighting and supporting what is right for EVERYBODY not only in
@greatermcr
but across the North of England
#Mancunian
Such a beautiful moment - seeing all OUR neighbours on the Fog Lane, Quadrant estate
@MCCDidsbury
@MCCBurnage
coming out in support of ALL those who are part of the
#NHS
#clapforNHS
@Si_AustinBehan
only forgot to film and the โfog hornโ came in useful ๐๐ WE โค๏ธ NHS ๐