The new Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act came into force on April 1, 2024. Aimed at offering robust protection for victims and communities, these new laws symbolise a consolidation of existing statutes pertaining to hate crimes in Scotland. This legislative reform, deeply rooted in Lord Bracadale’s Independent Review, was developed through extensive consultation. It has not been without controversy, however.
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