Scotland's Hate Crime Act warns to damage trust in police, as per Rob Hay, president of Association of Scottish Police Superintendents.
Scotland's Hate Crime Act, which comes into force on Monday, may damage trust in the police, warns Rob Hay, president of the Association of Scottish Police Superintendents. Hay said the law could be used by those who want to "score points" in online arguments, and there are concerns around police resourcing. He also highlighted the "febrile" context of online debate, which could affect how the law is seen.
March 31, 2024
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