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Written question asked by Lord Vinson (Conservative) on Tuesday, 11 May 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 25 May 2021. It was answered by Baroness Williams of Trafford (Conservative) on Tuesday, 25 May 2021 on behalf of the Home Office.

Batley Grammar School: Harassment

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to protect the Batley Grammar School teacher who spoke about the Charlie Hebdo event from threats reportedly made by Islamists; and what steps they are taking to apprehend the individuals making such threats.

Answer

The Home Office has been in close contact with West Yorkshire Police, who worked with local partners to take swift action to protect the individual involved in recognition of the significant interest both locally, nationally and across various media outlets.

We expect the police to take appropriate and proportionate action in relation to any threats made, and we will continue to engage with them as appropriate in relation to this case.

We are committed to tackling those who spread views that promote violence and hatred against individuals and communities in our society, and must stand up to those who seek to undermine our fundamental values.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL114
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Harassment Radicalism Batley Grammar School
Link
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