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Social media comments made by JK Rowling challenging Scotland's new hate crime law are not being treated as criminal, Police Scotland has said.
The Harry Potter author described several transgender women as men, including convicted prisoners, trans activists and other public figures.
The new law creates a new crime of "stirring up hatred" relating to protected characteristics.
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The Harry Potter author described several transgender women as men, including convicted prisoners, trans activists and other public figures.
The new law creates a new crime of "stirring up hatred" relating to protected characteristics.
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For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news
#UK #LGBTQ #BBCNews
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