Hate speech by politicians ‘escalating tensions’ in Ireland, report finds

New report urges Ireland to prioritise hate speech legislation

A new report from the European Commission against Racism and Intolerance has urged Ireland to implement stricter legislation regarding hate speech. Published this morning, the report examined progress made by Ireland, Finland and Montenegro in relation to legal and institutional frameworks regarding equality and anti-discrimination measures.

‘False content’ was spread online during 2023 Dublin riots by ‘prominent’ agitators – Council of Europe report

“False content” was spread online by “prominent agitators” during the 2023 Dublin riots, a new report from the Council of Europe has found.

Hate speech by politicians ‘escalating tensions’ in Ireland, report finds

Ireland needs to introduce new legislative measures punishing hate speech ‘as a matter of priority’, European group advises

Clare Immigrant Support Centre "Absolutely" In Favour Of Introducing Hate Speech Legislation

The manager of the Clare Immigrant Support Centre says he’s “absolutely” in favour of introducing new legislation to combat hate speech against migrants. The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance has published a new report stating hate speech is “widespread” in Ireland and recommending new laws be brought in to clamp down on the problem. […] The post Clare Immigrant Support Centre “Absolutely” In Favour Of Introducing Hate Speech Le…