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Maggie Chapman: “The UK Government and the courts have criminalised conscience and sent a chilling message to anyone willing to speak out…”

On the recordJune 15, 2026
The UK Government and the courts have criminalised conscience and sent a chilling message to anyone willing to speak out against injustice.
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Maggie Chapman
Scottish Green Party

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Response to the appeal court ruling on free speech.

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