Activist Peter Tatchell argues that Qatar’s record on human rights and LGBT+ issues should preclude it from hosting football’s top competition.
And he has revealed that Sir Elton, who is the honorary life-president of Watford Football Club, and husband David Furnish, are backing him.
Peter said: “Elton is supporting my mission. I know he is concerned about the World Cup being held in Qatar and I will be liaising with him to ensure that something significant happens to profile the abuse of human rights in that country.”
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