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First Minister accused of ignoring warnings over new hate crime law

Scotland's first minister has been accused of "ignoring" warnings over the impact of a new hate crime law. The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act will come into force on April 1, consolidating existing legislation and creating an offence of stirring up hatred against protected groups. The legislation has faced criticism for potentially chilling free speech and being open to vexatious complaints. The Association of Scottish Police Superintendents (ASPS) warned that the law could be "weaponised" by an "activist fringe". Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross raised concerns about the law, stating that people will not be protected if the police cannot do their job. The first minister, however, expressed confidence in Police Scotland's ability to handle vexatious complaints. The controversy surrounding the hate crime law has sparked a debate on free speech and the effectiveness of the legislation.

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