Campus free speech law in England ‘likely to have opposite effect’

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Campaigners attack planned legislation, saying it will further limit what is deemed acceptable speech

A controversial bill forcing universities in England to promote free speech has been attacked by freedom of expression campaigners, who say the legislation is more likely to have the opposite effect.

 

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When the Uni woke generation cancel LGBT champions such as Peter Tatchell , you know they have lost the plot and need to be brought down a peg. I mean what will they do next refuse to condemn ISIS....no wait.

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