Scotland: football hate law confused and unnecessary

November 16th, 2011

Government attempts to clamp down on sectarian abuse and violence are a recipe for uncertainty and censorship, says David Paton
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Old Firm sectarianism bill: Free speech threat?

August 30th, 2011

As the trial against a man accused of making a religiously aggravated attack against Celtic manager Neil Lennon continues, Judith Townend examines the Scottish bill intended to legislate against sectarianism and offensive behaviour at football matches
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Judges brand Famine Song “racist”

June 22nd, 2009

The controversial Famine Song sung by some Rangers fans is racist, Scottish appeal court judges have ruled. The Justiciary Appeal Court upheld a conviction against William Walls over his conduct at a Rangers away match last year. The 20-year-old’s defence counsel had argued the song was within his right to free speech. Read more here