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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

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if she will ensure that blasphemy laws are not reintroduced.

Answer

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
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk