33% rise in hate crimes in Northern Ireland prompts anti-racism rally in Belfast demanding stronger legislation.

On Saturday, a significant anti-racism rally in Belfast drew hundreds, demanding stronger race hate legislation amid a reported 33% rise in such crimes in Northern Ireland. The event, supported by groups including the Belfast Islamic Centre and Amnesty International, highlighted the region's lack of hate crime laws. Protesters urged the Stormont government to act swiftly, as Justice Minister Naomi Long plans to introduce relevant provisions in the upcoming Sentencing and Victims Bills.

October 26, 2024
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