Ireland has ditched its controversial hate speech legislation for the second time in five years. The news has been confirmed by the Republic of Ireland’s Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee.
Some are calling it a win for free speech, others remain certain that these desired restrictions on speech will be hidden in the depths of another piece of legislation where they will more difficult to fight against.
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