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John Swinney: “I have been appalled at the creeping normalisation of misogynistic behaviour in our society. I know that women are…”

On the recordOctober 18, 2026
I have been appalled at the creeping normalisation of misogynistic behaviour in our society. I know that women are angry. They are right to be angry. And I know I must show personal leadership.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

Editor's note · Context

Discussing misogyny legislation at SNP conference.

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