Unacceptable. Not a nanometre must be ceded to those want government protection of sacred cows, and Starmer must take the initiative to make this clear ASAP, since he didn't do so at the time. If he doesn't, some other Labor MP must challenge him to do so, before a Tory MP does.
https://www.secularism.org.uk/news/2024/11/nss-mps-call-for-new-blasphemy-laws-deeply-alarming

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Especially ironic given how the Christians themselves imaged this centuries ago in hagiography. Look up "Lactatio Bernardi". Indeed, I expect that this bit was specifically based on it. As with Muslims condemning art depicting Muhammad, blasphemy police once again reveal their ignorance of history.
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/11/23/free-speech-row-regulator-bans-advert-mocking-virgin-mary/

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Free speech row after regulator bans advert for mocking Virgin Mary

Poster promoting Fern Brady’s stand-up tour ruled as ‘offensive’ to Christians by Advertising Standards Authority

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Christians in Pakistan face growing challenges as blasphemy laws are misused to target and falsely accuse individuals. It's time to raise awareness and stand for justice.

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https://ecspe.org/christians-targeted-by-false-accusations-misuse-of-blasphemy-laws-in-pakistan/

Christians Targeted by False Accusations: Misuse of Blasphemy Laws in Pakistan

Pakistan's blasphemy laws are increasingly used to target Christians, as false accusations lead to persecution, arrest, and displacement. Discover recent cases and the dangers facing religious minorities.

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🚨 A blasphemy accusation against two Christian sisters in Gojra, Punjab, Pakistan, has sparked outrage, highlighting the ongoing persecution of religious minorities. ✝️🛡️⚖️

Read more here: https://ecspe.org/blasphemy-accusation-against-two-christian-sisters-in-gojra-christian-persecution-in-punjab-pakistan/

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Blasphemy Accusation Against Two Christian Sisters In Gojra: Christian Persecution in Punjab, Pakistan

Explore the recent blasphemy case against two Christian women in Gojra, Punjab, Pakistan, highlighting the misuse of blasphemy laws and the ongoing persecution of Christians in the region.

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