Brighton's police station is set to temporarily replace its flag with that of the Gay Police Association (GPA) in time for the city's Pride events.

The city's police station, which is based in the heart of the unofficial lesbian and gay capital, will take down its Sussex Police flag for the day as part of its commitment to both representing its gay officers and showcasing its inclusive attitude towards members of the LGBT community.

It will coincide with the city's Pride celebrations, which take place throughout August, although August 7th will see the city's parade.

It follows ongoing arguments across Brighton and Hove about gay flags.

The city's council had resisted flying the rainbow flag from its civic buildings, despite calls from gay councillors and the local community. Other councils across the country allow the rainbow flag to fly from their buildings to tie in with special events, such as Pride.

However, last month it emerged that the rainbow flag would be flown, after the Police and Resources Committee adopted a "flag protocol" that would allow community flags to be flown from civic buildings.

Other Pride events taking place in the city include the launch of a "pink wedding list" today, where couples can sign a register to show their support for the upcoming Civil Partnership legislation.

Additionally, the city's Royal Pavilion will be lit up in pink for the celebrations.