Scotland's new hate crime law, one of the world's strictest, came into effect, sparking widespread debate and concern over its implications for free speech and potential for misuse. The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act, championed by First Minister Humza Yousaf, introduces prison sentences of up to 7 years for statements deemed to stir up hate on various grounds, including religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Critics argue the law could criminalize what is perceived as "threatening or abusive" behavior, even within private homes, and potentially go on individuals' criminal records. High-profile critic JK Rowling has publicly challenged the law, inviting police to arrest her for her views on gender identity with a defiant "Arrest me!" stance, specifically calling out the treatment of convicted sex offenders Isla Bryson and Katie Dolatowski. Her stance has garnered support from UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and others who argue for the importance of biological sex and free speech. Meanwhile, Yousaf defends the legislation as necessary to combat hate, despite reports of complaints against him for previous statements and the law's early criticism for potentially stifling free speech.
Police have said JK Rowling's comments about new hate crime laws 'are not assessed to be criminal' as they confirmed no further action would be taken. Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones says Labour 'will not be copying' the Scottish Parliament's new legislation. https://t.co/uy2pLAvxXx
"It's a terrible piece of legislation!" Police Scotland have said they would not be taking action over Harry Potter author JK Rowling’s social media posts about transgender issues. #TalkTV https://t.co/WSXiEHBkpQ
Scottish police have made a decision on whether Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling’s anti-transgender views are criminal or not as complaints flooded in > https://t.co/kWlOxJECCj https://t.co/22e00vb82G
The prime minister said the Conservatives will "always protect" free speech after the Harry Potter author dared police to arrest her if what she had said qualified as an offence #JKRowling #RishiSunak #UnitedKingdom #Scotland https://t.co/upOwico7A6
Yesterday, new hate speech laws went into effect in Scotland that, if enforced, will effectively stifle all types of speech—and could land "Harry Potter" creator J.K. Rowling in jail. https://t.co/50016baYmA
J.K. Rowling is braver than most of the political class put together, she could’ve sat happy with her millions and enjoyed Hollywood’s loving gaze. She decided women’s rights, as a survivor of domestic violence, are more important. She ought to be Dame Jo Rowling by now. https://t.co/mUOjsISeiu
Ms. Rowling's latest remarks arose against the backdrop of advisory notes from the Scottish Parliament suggesting that online misgendering could lead to investigations under the Hate Crime and Public Order Act's new provisions. https://t.co/F3D9ZDC7nw
THIS IS SCARY Yesterday, a group of people in Scotland protested a new hate speech law. "The irony of this hateful, spiteful law coming into play on April's Fools Day..." said one of the protesters. "Criminalizing free speech in this country is absolutely disgraceful." While I… https://t.co/p4LX5NAuve
Ms. Rowling said the new hate-crime laws could lead to some being wrongfully arrested. https://t.co/F3D9ZDCFd4
Police not pressing charges after JK Rowling dares them to arrest her for challenging hate speech law https://t.co/uKgEi95GcD
BREAKING: @jk_rowling to be arrested for referring to Harry Potter as a "wizard" before he identified as such.
J.K. Rowling to face no further action from police after social media comments https://t.co/lt8F9DzoGC
Scottish police say they will not be investigating the 'Harry Potter' author’s remarks as a crime, as some of Rowling’s critics had called for. https://t.co/ACsVjslKX9
🏴 Scotland hate crime laws row explained ⬇️ The new measures aim to tackle the harm caused by hatred and prejudice but have come under fire from opponents who claim they could stifle free speech and be weaponised to "settle scores". https://t.co/DH29knJdn7 https://t.co/P0YGKWzzAP
The Scottish police announced that they won't charge @jk_rowling under the country's new hate-speech law. | @CarolineDowney_ https://t.co/k9trbthrbK
My column on the sinister farce of Scotland’s Hate Act. Thank god for JK Rowling: https://t.co/kok29JttqE
JK Rowling avoids prosecution under hate crime law https://t.co/KEamn1q3YK
The "Harry Potter" author, who in the past has made statements seen as anti-trans, is a staunch critic of Scotland's new hate speech law. https://t.co/SuQh6hWcxs
"J.K. Rowling calls for own arrest for anti-trans rhetoric amid Scotland's new hate crime law." (via @USATODAY) https://t.co/8nVvQKu5WW
J.K. Rowling, the acclaimed author of the Harry Potter series, is standing up against hate crime legislation in the U.K. https://t.co/LG9wGfwtsW
No Probe Against JK Rowling Over Criticism Of Scottish Hate Speech Law https://t.co/4muYjyDrMm https://t.co/T32SBovpAQ
JK Rowling will not be prosecuted over online comments, Scottish police say https://t.co/Caq68i62Mr
Bluff Called: Police Scotland Won’t Charge J.K. Rowling over Trans Comments, Author Vows to Stand With Any Woman Who Calls ‘A Man a Man’ https://t.co/P32sQoi9Ef
JK Rowling is right to take a stand against the SNP’s Hate Crime Act. Humza Yousaf’s new law could make it a crime to tell the truth about biological sex. It is an authoritarian assault on liberty and sanity, says Fraser Myers https://t.co/4gsLNO9FOQ
JK Rowling’s new Scottish hate crime law posts are not being treated as criminal, according to Police Scotland Listen to reaction from Susan Smith, director at For Women Scotland, on the latest #BBCNewscast…
UK prime minister backs JK Rowling against Scotland police https://t.co/olVZrSHD2r https://t.co/olVZrSHD2r
🚨🇬🇧BREAKING: JK ROWLING WON'T BE PROSECUTED FOR MISGENDERING Police Scotland: "We have received complaints in relation to the social media post. The comments are not assessed to be criminal and no further action will be taken." JK Rowling: "I hope every woman in Scotland who… https://t.co/Q0AFQLvUTc https://t.co/fgVBK6BWqF
Police say they have no intention of taking any action against J.K. Rowling. https://t.co/HNa7iXD9wM
Much to the anger and fury of trans activists and leftists, @PoliceScotland says that @jk_rowling’s X posts about men who claim to be women are “not criminal.” Read: https://t.co/jaZ572DNFm
Will #JKRowling be arrested for hate law comments? #Scotland Police says… https://t.co/KXr6i7ZzgG https://t.co/ZPdR2fKzCy
The next question of course is will @jk_rowling have a “non-crime hate incident” recorded against her name in respect of these comments which were not deemed criminal? I think we need a statement from @PoliceScotland on that too.
BREAKING: JK Rowling to face no further action after police receive complaints over social media post 🔗 https://t.co/WKu6NN8BM5 📺 Sky 501 https://t.co/VNw6vmwBa8
JK Rowling’s revolt against Scotland’s Hate Crime Act has exposed its absurdity and authoritarianism. She has dared the police to arrest her for stating simple biological facts. We should all get behind her campaign for common sense, says Fraser Myers https://t.co/4gsLNO9FOQ
Humza Yousaf says legislation is necessary because there is 'so much hate' in Scotland. Do you think Humza adds to or lessens 'hate'? https://t.co/iAyy6GpBwm
Rishi Sunak has said people should not be criminalised by new Scottish hate crime laws “for stating simple facts on biology”. Political correspondent Alicia Fitzgerald: "People are saying: 'Is this the priority now? We're in a poor political place!'" @TVKev | @ThatAlexWoman https://t.co/mMgUVa1hlW
After JK Rowling's stand against Scotland's new hate crime law, Ian Collins asks: "Is free speech in the UK under threat?" @iancollinsuk https://t.co/yXqvGoBhIR
PM Rishi Sunak backs JK Rowling in row over hate crime laws https://t.co/MywHhBCQqZ
Governments which criminalise their opponents are not liberal and not progressive. Scotland’s Hate Crime Law is authoritarian and dangerous. @jk_rowling is right to challenge it on behalf of us all, especially those who can’t speak up for themselves.
Will JK Rowling be arrested? What we know https://t.co/feII38BJ5D https://t.co/LujWcS7D33
JK Rowling Could Be Imprisoned for “Misgendering” People Under New Law “I look forward to being arrested,” she said. https://t.co/VLegfohgpd
J.K. Rowling is going viral for testing Scotland’s new hate speech law by “calling a man a man.” 10 of them, in fact. https://t.co/OcUBa77lEL https://t.co/OcUBa77lEL
🏴 The new hate crime law has also faced criticism over its impact on freedom of speech and concerns that it could be used to silence some views, including from those who advocate for women-only spaces. https://t.co/I2PihoUy9M
https://t.co/b5ysZ91Ksx First Minister of Scotland accused of hate Speech and now reported to Police. Many people across Scotland are turning on Humza Yousef the First Minister of Scotland and are accusing him of Hate Crimes against white people. How ironic that this man would… https://t.co/tX868jtYLP https://t.co/bmC8stNWrF
https://t.co/b5ysZ91Ksx First Minister of Scotland accused of hate Speech and now reported to Police. Many people across Scotland are turning on Hamza Yousef the First Minister of Scotland and are accusing him of Hate Crimes against white people. How ironic that this man would… https://t.co/f3VZuLueNt
U.K. government backs J.K. Rowling in Scottish hate crime law challenge https://t.co/jWGUrQi9Wq
U.K. Prime Minister Backs J.K. Rowling After She Dares Scottish Police to 'Arrest Me' Over New Hate Crime Act https://t.co/GCwwbJS0lH
JK Rowling has taunted Police Scotland to 'arrest her' in an April Fools Day attack on trans-activists
Rishi Sunak said 'nobody should be criminalised for saying common sense things about biological sex' when asked about JK Rowling's criticism of new Scottish hate crime laws The Harry Potter author has become a fierce critic of Scotland's stance on transgender rights https://t.co/hIgFNXg37D
UK government backs J.K. Rowling in Scottish hate crime law challenge https://t.co/WI3ElLCLli https://t.co/WPNQAGwNPK
🚨 NEW: Rishi Sunak has thrown his support behind JK Rowling’s criticism of Scotland's new hate crime laws [@SkyNews]
J.K. Rowling Receives Support From Rishi Sunak After Author Challenged Scottish Police To Arrest Her For Posts On Trans Women https://t.co/d0yaFp8xhP
🚨🇬🇧UK PM BACKS JK ROWLING IN HATE CRIME LAW DEBATE Rishi Sunak: "People should not be criminalized for stating simple facts on biology." JK: "If you cannot describe sex accurately, freedom of speech and belief is at an end." Scotland's controversial law to curb "stirring up… https://t.co/N0rg7I2Nid https://t.co/kUloi6hEFg
Helen Joyce, Director of Advocacy at Sex Matters, praises Harry Potter author JK Rowling for standing up against Scotland's new hate crime law. "She's doing this to act as a shield for women who can't afford to take the hit the way that she did." @JuliaHB1 | @HJoyceGender https://t.co/FULhW6tiQG
PM backs JK Rowling in row over hate crime laws https://t.co/CBnTORFbYi
Backing Harry Potter author JK Rowling, Julia Hartley-Brewer challenges Police Scotland to arrest her for refusing to state something "I know to be untrue". "I tweeted yesterday, trans women are not women, trans women are men, arrest me!" @JuliaHB1 https://t.co/Y3vcVRDe6R
Humza Yousaf Reported to Police Over Anti-White Rant as Hate Crime Bill Comes Into Force As Scotland’s odious hate speech law comes into force, innumerable people are fighting back by reporting First Minister Humza Yousaf to the police for his infamous anti-white rant. The Hate… https://t.co/L30qwl6nII
J.K. Rowling mocks Scotland’s new hate law, transgenderism, in viral mega thread In a series of tweets, J.K. Rowling went scorched earth and criticized her home country’s new Hate Crime and Public Order Bill that came into effect on Monday, which she said places a higher value… https://t.co/0TEdZTa2Wd
GLORIOUS! @jk_rowling is a hero! https://t.co/PGHYysOIB1
Scottish First Minister @HumzaYousaf was asked to demonstrate practically how the new Hate Speech Act is going. https://t.co/CdYHEv02lf
'We'll always protect free speech!' JK Rowling backed by Rishi Sunak as Harry Potter author hits out at new SNP misgendering laws https://t.co/twJboLm3Xz
'I don't think that JK Rowling should be arrested for what she said. She's entitled to her view.' Labour's @patmcfaddenmp discusses author JK Rowling challenging Scotland's police over their new hate crime laws with @KayBurley. https://t.co/KZkjCP3o8Z 📺 Sky 501 and YouTube https://t.co/j5frL9S28v
“You shouldn't be criminalised for stating perfectly valid views....Not everybody has to agree but biological sex matters and she's perfectly right to say that,” says Education Secretary Gillian Keegan on JK Rowling defying police to arrest her https://t.co/lloqK6JgsO
✍️ "Resolute defence of JK Rowling's right to speak out about dangers posed by new law may now spark campaign to repeal it as soon as possible," writes Alan Cochrane. Read more here ⬇️ https://t.co/bAvsr7DwMH
JK Rowling 'should not be arrested' over Scotland’s new hate crime laws, says Cabinet minister - @RachaelBurford reports https://t.co/lloqK6JgsO
JK Rowling 'should not be arrested' over Scotland’s new hate crime laws, says cabinet minister https://t.co/ic74geSyBH
Joanne Rowling has announced that she is ready to be arrested for her position on censorship of transgender people A new "hate speech" law has come into force in Scotland, making it punishable, among other things, to use the wrong pronouns in relation to trans people. Rowling… https://t.co/Yiv6X5xORR
People should not be criminalised for stating biological facts. The SNP’s new thoughtcrime laws are a threat to basic freedoms and the PM is right to call them out and back JK Rowling. https://t.co/TZ4W7Atni6
JK Rowling could be investigated over misgendering https://t.co/ilaylxPIbX https://t.co/rf8NCRg1VW
Rishi Sunak has backed JK Rowling after she challenged Scottish police to use the SNP’s new hate crime laws to arrest her for her views on transgender issues. Read more here ⬇️ https://t.co/RrsyreLwgh https://t.co/i5f2xh3xHK
A police source this morning tells a reporter that by just 8am on Day 1 of Scotland's new hate speech law, a single division has already received more than a dozen Hate Crime complaints about Humza Yousaf's "WHITE" speech! People are turning Yousaf in 🤭🤭🤭 https://t.co/UiWoRrHNyV
I'm in awe of @jk_rowling's stand for free speech. It is in the spirit of non violent resistance to an unjust Scottish law that restricts her freedom of speech. The west has entered a new dark age. https://t.co/D55BQxxZ4r
The Prime Minister has backed JK Rowling after she dared police to arrest her under Scotland's controversial new hate crime law. @julietdunlop has the latest on today's top story. https://t.co/UFs4N1V9aV
Scotland's First Minister has said the Hate Crime Act introduced by the SNP offers 'protection from a rising tide of hatred'. But JK Rowling has said 'freedom of speech and belief are at an end in Scotland'. Does Scotland's new law stifle free speech?
PM backs JK Rowling as row over Scotland's new hate crime laws escalates Read more 🔗 https://t.co/3xnT587lHB
JK Rowling has hit back at the torrent of dissenters after the author of the Harry Potter series unleashed on the controversial Scottish Hate Crime Act. https://t.co/UgYMnGRHS0
"Sunak backs JK Rowling in trans arrest row with Scottish police "Prime Minister defends Harry Potter author saying ‘people should not be criminalised for stating simple facts on biology’" https://t.co/uOKhTxbt06
A lot of chatter on social media today after Scotland began to enforce its expanded hate crime law, which criminalizes “hatred” of trans identity & other categories. Humza Yousaf, an advocate of the law, heads the Scottish government. His 2020 speech: https://t.co/NoPnwosEgC
I stand with @jk_rowling. If the new 500 ‘hate-crime champions’ (strange name) in Scotland want to come for her then they can come for all of us. They won’t find many Scottish writers they won’t have to arrest. Human beings are not a hermaphroditic species. So good luck, boys.… https://t.co/kWBnlKvoDz
Scotland's Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act 2021 was activated today. It will be a disaster for free speech in the country, pouring further fuel on the raging fire of cancel culture. If you're concerned about this legislation, and the number of innocent Scots likely to… https://t.co/uUNdHp6yUZ
JK Rowling dares police: arrest me for misgendering https://t.co/UmYsNONm1C
J.K. Rowling exposes flaws in Scotland's Hate Crime Act with satirical X thread The author highlighted concerns over protecting biological male criminals at the expense of women's rights. https://t.co/lGWPThyacE
Protests have been held outside Holyrood against Scotland's new hate crime laws. The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act aims to tackle the harm caused by hatred and prejudice but has come under fire from opponents. https://t.co/I2OzuzSZxl https://t.co/4wCIgBNfiS
JK Rowling has warned that Scotland’s new hate crime law is “wide open to abuse”. Lord Ed Vaizey: “She’s quite right to point out the flaws in this debate. The intolerance that is being generated by some aspects of the trans lobby is outrageous.” @thejamesmax https://t.co/JnONYaNqnA
Not an April Fool's Day joke: Today, Scotland begins implementing its expanded leftist hate crime law, which makes it a criminal offense to stir up "hatred" against trans identity and other categories. https://t.co/4BrROFGCha
I have a lot of admiration for J.K. Rowling's courage, and willingness to stand up for women's rights in the face of woke totalitarianism. https://t.co/cvtF3wcDuv
It seems @HumzaYousaf's Hate Hate Speech Act has completely backfired as thousands have reported his notorious hate "white" speech from the 20th Feb 2023. You can either dial 101 or fill in the form here. https://t.co/dPFfTUpqSr https://t.co/JdevEuI2Li
“If what I’ve written here qualifies as an offense... I look forward to being arrested,” the “Harry Potter” author said about a new anti-hate crime law. https://t.co/l7s5NAWVKI
As Scotland’s odious hate speech law comes into force, innumerable people are fighting back by reporting First Minister Humza Yousaf to the police for his infamous anti-white rant. https://t.co/f2DG2Lpucc
On SNP's Orwellian new law, I'm with JK Rowling, says STEPHEN DAISLEY https://t.co/b91G3zPGfk https://t.co/dYOCqJFYih
Scotland PM Humza Yousaf defends controversial hate crime laws that could result in the arrest of Harry Potter author JK Rowling over her opinions about transgender people. https://t.co/ICXcgZgKDl
J.K. Rowling challenges hate crimes law: ready to face jail Amid the implementation of a hate crimes law in Scotland, J.K. Rowling, renowned author of the "Harry Potter" series, has taken a bold stand against its provisions. The law threatens jail time for those referring to… https://t.co/Lm7xfKZRjj
In Scotland, online misgendering ‘could be investigated’ under new law https://t.co/mc3Mj7n8SA
Scotland’s new ‘hate crime’ laws will affect ordinary families like mine – but not in the way JK Rowling thinks https://t.co/93c17V1Ku1
"Unless your behaviour is threatening, or abusive, and intends to stir up hatred, then you have nothing to worry about." @HumzaYousaf today defending Scotland's ludicrous new hate crime law. Pretty sure his own speech violates his own law. @PoliceScotland https://t.co/zZJJkG30cd
"Unless your behaviour is threatening, or abusive, and intends to stir up hatred, then you have nothing to worry about." @HumzaYousaf today defending the Scotland's ludicrous new hate crime law. Pretty sure his own speech violates his own law. @PoliceScotland https://t.co/zYc67k8ZNL
Scotland implements controversial hate crime law The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act, effective as of Monday, has been hailed for its efforts to combat discrimination but has faced backlash from those fearing its broad provisions may curtail expression. The… https://t.co/5jfRheO4l8
JK Rowling Could Be Imprisoned For "Misgendering" Trans People Under New Law https://t.co/Evqd8W4pCP
J.K. Rowling is a true heroine, placing herself at risk to shield women and children from living monsters disguised as women. She is a model for the ages. https://t.co/9e1VaMocIQ
Scotland's new hate crime law has come into force, with JK Rowling and Elon Musk among its critics. https://t.co/aggBwFZHnm
JK Rowling in ‘arrest me’ challenge over hate crime law https://t.co/JabrEo18iy
Scotland's controversial new hate crime laws have come into force.. Sky's @ShingiMararike reports live from a protest outside the Scottish parliament in Edinburgh ⬇️ https://t.co/jf7d7imZPf 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube https://t.co/YDJe0I45sk
Humza Yousaf defends controversial hate crime laws. The new measures aim to tackle the harm caused by hatred and prejudice but have come under fire from opponents who claim they could stifle free speech. https://t.co/be50xhNgth https://t.co/QPyC4wje0q
Scotland’s First Minister has insisted he is “very proud” of new hate crimes laws which have just come into force, as author JK Rowling warned the legislation is “wide open to abuse” ✍️: @KatrineBussey & @_RebeccaMcCurdy https://t.co/IeF1zc1abN
People risk being investigated for misgendering someone online under Scotland’s new hate crime law, the minister for victims and community safety has said ⬇️ https://t.co/ZUZ99GziC2
Just in🔥 People are also reporting First Minister Humza Yousaf for 'Hate Crime' after he previously suggested Isla Bryson wasn't a 'genuine' trans woman in a public debate on the 14th of March 2023. People are said to be complaining about this by dialling 101 and using the… https://t.co/Pjssj08EPx
BREAKING: One of the world’s strictest hate speech laws came into force in 🏴 The law favored by First Minister Humza Yousaf carries prison sentences up to 7 years for statements “stirring up hate” Here’s Humza himself stirring up hate against 97% of the Scottish population https://t.co/wKFvA1Oioy
"JK Rowling dares police to arrest her over SNP’s new hate crime law "Author’s comments come as party’s minister Siobhian Brown admits police could look into ‘misgendering’ complaints against author" https://t.co/QuSFSkhl6w
With @HumzaYousaf's much criticised Hate Crime Act coming into force today, I'm sure @PoliceScotland phone lines are jammed with complaints at his white "hate" speech. On trans issues @jk_rowling gives Yousaf a broadside that hopes to sink his act with one volley. I advise🍿 https://t.co/qlBzL425r4
JK Rowling could be arrested for misgendering trans people, pol warns https://t.co/cIZfmTSwSj https://t.co/RmLSHEQizN
"Unless your behaviour is threatening, or abusive, and intends to stir up hatred, then you have nothing to worry about." First Minister @HumzaYousaf defends Scotland's new hate crime law after concerns it infringes free speech https://t.co/AuNWQ6qZmX 📺 Sky 501 https://t.co/vfapoPaGyC
Scotland's draconian new hate crime law comes into force today. JK Rowling has courageously made herself the canary in the coal mine, inviting the police to arrest her if it is a crime to call a man a man (see final tweet in this superb thread). We should all stand with her. https://t.co/uzRdZVf5vF
🔴 JK Rowling could be prosecuted for misgendering trans people, says SNP minister https://t.co/3lknhAXwZK
Scotland’s minister for victims and community safety has said people “could be investigated” for misgendering someone online under a new hate crime law which came into effect on Monday ✍️: Craig Paton & @LauraPatersonPA https://t.co/45gnRN9p9K
'Arrest me!': JK Rowling challenges Scotland's new hate crime laws sarcastically urging followers to respect 'lovely Scottish lass' convicted double rapist Isla Bryson's pronouns and 'Fragile flower' sex attacker Katie Dolatowski in excoriating blast https://t.co/X8jyAkXVzB https://t.co/Qt9fee95mT
Do Scotland’s draconian new hate crime laws put free speech in danger? 📞0344 499 1000 @TVKev | @ThatAlexWoman https://t.co/0xIJp98avL
Scotland's new hate crime law came into force today. Should this speech by First Minister of Scotland, Humza Yousaf, be considered a hate crime? https://t.co/hmwXY2METt
JK Rowling could be probed by police for misgendering trans people, minister says https://t.co/N6wUBSAmd8
From today, in Scotland, it is a crime to use what others perceive to be “threatening or abusive” behaviour which stirs up hatred on the basis of "protected characteristics", incl. what's said in your own home & which will go on your criminal record. This is not an April Fools.
BREAKING: One of the world’s strictest hate speech laws came into force in Scotland The law, championed by First Minister Hamza Yousaf, will carry prison sentences up 7 years for statements deemed to stir up hate on the grounds of religion, sexual orientation & gender identity https://t.co/7BPlNXJoR8
Just in🔥 Wings over Scotland on Twitter: "A police source this morning tells Wings that by just 8am on Day 1, a single division has already received more than a dozen Hate Crime complaints about Humza Yousaf's "WHITE!" speech 😄" https://t.co/i9WQLpUh8u
Wings over Scotland on Twitter: "A police source this morning tells Wings that by just 8am on Day 1, a single division has already received more than a dozen Hate Crime complaints about Humza Yousaf's "WHITE!" speech 😄"
JK Rowling could be prosecuted for misgendering trans people, says SNP minister https://t.co/zWQ646vMsU
Scotland’s new hate speech law comes into force TODAY. Here are my thoughts… https://t.co/iXLzCFDSDe