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MICK HIME: Still doubt that freedom of speech is under threat in Britain? Take a look at the latest plans from the Law Commission, which proposes an extension of Britain's 'hate crime' laws.
The independent UK body, which recommends legal changes, argued the move would create 'hierarchies of victims' and make rape and domestic abuse prosecutions more difficult.
The Law Commission set out proposals including measures that would lead to tougher sentences for stirring up hatred against transgender people.
Police officers across the UK continue to be trained in unconscious bias despite government calls to scrap the courses after a review found that it was 'not associated with changes in behaviour'.
Guests at the This is Me! online event, costing nearly £15,000, discussed inequality and 'intersectionality'. It was hosted by North Yorkshire Police and other forces and firefighters joined in.