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JK Rowling And The Scottish Hate Crime Law
Apr 2, 2024
JK Rowling, bestselling author and public figure, discusses the new hate crime law in Scotland and her challenges to it. Topics include the criminalization of 'stirring up hatred', the implications for free speech, and support from women's rights campaigners. The podcast also covers the tragic Israeli airstrike in Gaza resulting in aid workers' deaths and calls for accountability.
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- The Hate Crime and Public Order Act 2021 in Scotland criminalizes threatening behavior to stir up hatred based on protected characteristics, raising concerns about free speech and enforcement.
- The tragic incident of aid workers killed in Gaza prompts calls for explanations and safety measures, highlighting the UK government's role in advocating for safer operations and adherence to international law.
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Discussion on Scottish Hate Crime Legislation and Impact on Free Speech
The episode examines the Hate Crime and Public Order Act 2021 in Scotland, specifically focusing on the criminalization of threatening or abusive behavior intended to stir up hatred based on certain characteristics. These protected characteristics include age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and transgender identity. The law emphasizes the judgment of a reasonable person to determine the threat. Concerns are raised regarding the implications on free speech and police workload, with debates about the lack of biological sex as a protected characteristic.
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