Scotland’s controversial Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act 2021 came into force on Monday. The law intends to unite existing hate crime laws, along with creating several new offenses, most ...

The Scottish government’s legislation is frankly unworkable. I worry it may stifle honestly expressed, contentious views It is right that expressions of hatred against groups based on race and ...

A new law against hate speech came into force in Scotland on Monday, praised by some but criticized by others who say its sweeping provisions could criminalize religious views or tasteless jokes. The ...

A ferocious debate that has raged across social media, legal chambers, police stations and Scottish politics also played out on the streets of Edinburgh this weekend. Scotland’s Hate Crime and Public ...

Scotland’s leader said Tuesday she will take the British government to court over its decision to block a Scottish law that makes it easier for people to change their gender on official documents.

Scotland and Manchester United legend Denis Law dies aged 84. Law won the European Cup, two English titles and the FA Cup in his 11 years at Old Trafford, and is the only Scottish player to have won ...

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