Homophobic bullying in schools needs to be taken more seriously, according to gay rights charity Stonewall. The report, the organisation's first on the issue for five years, also says despite progress being made, there is more to be done.
The organisation surveyed 1,614 lesbian, gay and bisexual people between the ages of 11-19. Fifty-five per cent said they were targeted because of their sexuality.
The government says it is doing more to tackle homophobia in schools. The National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) has welcomed the report but agrees more needs to be done.
You can read more on this story on the BBC Newsbeat website here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/18705431
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