A better story
We want to see a public square where the right of all people to speak, write and express themselves freely is upheld, including those whose views are not popular with the powerful in society.
We scrutinise government plans to ensure they do not intrude on civil liberties, and encourage politicians to appreciate the role of faith within society.
Together, we can champion freedom of speech and expression for all, including the freedom to share our Christian beliefs, and encourage respectful dialogue on every issue in life.
Resources
Prayer Resource
Disagreement is not oppression. Argument is not assault. Words – even provocative or repugnant ones – are not violence. The answer to speech we do not like is more speech.
Is free speech under threat in the UK?
In this discussion, CARE's James Mildred hosts a conversation with former Chief Executive Nola Leach and Co-Founder, Rev Lyndon Bowring on the state of free speech in the UK.
News about Freedom of Speech
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Supreme Court: NI religious education breaches human rightsThe UK Supreme Court has ruled that religious education (RE) and collective worship in Northern Ireland’s controlled schools breach human rights if not delivered in an “objective, critical and pluralistic manner”.
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Bible verse on pastor’s campervan could be considered hate speech
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Communities Secretary: Islamophobia definition must not restrict free speechCommunities Secretary Steve Reed has stated that any official definition of Islamophobia must not compromise freedom of speech.
Freedom of Speech
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Man who attacked Quran burner spared jailA man who attacked a Quran-burning protester with a knife in central London has been spared prison, triggering widespread outrage and accusations of “two-tier justice” and double standards in policing and sentencing.
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Free speech row as police urge woman to apologise for facebook post
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Graham Linehan arrested over gender-critical social media posts
Freedom of Speech