Written question asked by Rupert Lowe (Independent (affiliation)) on Thursday, 8 May 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 May 2025. It was answered by Alex Norris (Labour) on Friday, 16 May 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
Blasphemy
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if she will ensure that blasphemy laws are not reintroduced.
- Answer
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The government has been clear that there is no blasphemy law in England, and we will not introduce one. Everyone has a fundamental right to freedom of speech. All language adopted by government must be accurate and acknowledge British citizens’ unchanging right to freedom of speech and expression.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 51020
- Session
- 2024-26
- Transferred
- Yes
- Subjects
- Blasphemy
- Link
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- 2025-09-05 22:35:06 +0100
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