On 17 October, the House of Lords debated “the challenges posed by religious intolerance and prejudice in the United Kingdom”. Opening the debate for the Government, Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth said this:
“I want to make absolutely clear, as I have stated many times before: any abuse directed at someone because of their religion, race, sexual orientation, disability or because they are transgender, is totally unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Continue reading