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4 days ago

Scottish school cancels Christmas play after racist and abusive' messages

Highland council said the play, called Gimme, Gimme, Gimme, would not go ahead after negative feedback on social media and abusive messages directed at the school and its staff. Made by Edgy Productions, which specialises in scripts and music for schools and youth theatre, the show featured a scene in which Santa shows two young people the hardships faced by Syrian refugees on the Turkish border.
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2 months ago

We must tackle rising tide of racism and homophobia claiming to be free speech, says Streeting

Rising racism, homophobia and transphobia are increasing in the UK and require stronger government action to protect minorities and public safety.
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2 months ago

Epping asylum hotel resident found guilty of sexual assault

A 38-year-old asylum seeker was found guilty of multiple sexual offences against two 14-year-old girls and another woman in Epping, Essex.
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3 months ago

Councillor cleared of encouraging violent behaviour

Ricky Jones, a Labour councillor, was found not guilty of encouraging violent disorder after calling far-right protesters "disgusting Nazi fascists" at an anti-racism rally.
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5 months ago

Riots after Southport attack more similar to those in 1958 than in 2011, study finds

Recent UK riots reflect historical race riots rather than past urban unrest, highlighting complexities in societal dynamics and misinformation's role.
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