Pub Philosopher has been following the trail of this law through parliment. A scary bit of legislation and one that we 'yanks' could learn a thing or two about.
An amendment from a coalition of Tory and Lib Dem MPs to block the Racial and Religious Hatred Bill failed by 303 votes to 246, giving a majority of 57.
Heck, even The Blackadder, aka Mr. Bean got in on the act...
Critics, including comic actor Rowan Atkinson, say the measure will limit freedom of expression and stop them from telling religious jokes.
You can follow the progression of the revolt here, here, here, here, here and here.
Much like gun control or drug possession in the USA...stricter laws aren't necessarily the answer, rather the enforcement of laws that already exist.
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