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The Minister of State, Home Office (Lord Hanson of Flint) (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 3 July 2025

Debate

Music Festivals: Hate Speech

Contribution

My Lords, the Prime Minister has been very clear that there is no excuse for hate speech. Performers making threats or inciting violence should not be given a platform at any event. The Culture Secretary has confirmed that she will be having conversations with the BBC and festival organisers to ensure that action is taken to prevent this happening again. There is also robust legislation in place to deal with threatening, abusive, harassing behaviour and incitement to hatred. The Government will support the police in taking strong action against these abhorrent crimes wherever they occur.

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