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Patrick Harvie: “There must be consequences when elected representatives use their platforms to spread disinformation and encourage the…”

On the recordJuly 23, 2026
There must be consequences when elected representatives use their platforms to spread disinformation and encourage the kind of reckless and racist behaviour that puts communities at risk.
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Patrick Harvie
Scottish Green Party

Editor's note · Context

Calling for accountability for MSPs spreading disinformation.

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