爱尔兰仇恨言论法案面临对言论自由关切的批评, 尽管对仇恨犯罪上升的支持。 Irish hate speech bill faces criticism over free speech concerns, despite support over rising hate crimes.

爱尔兰司法部收到269封电子邮件,批评一项拟议的仇恨言论法案,表示关切其对仇恨言论的定义以及对言论自由和性别问题的潜在影响。 The Irish Department of Justice received 269 emails criticizing a proposed hate speech bill, expressing concerns over its definition of hate speech and potential impact on freedom of expression and gender issues. 尽管有这些批评,但由于极右活动和仇恨犯罪不断增多,一些人支持该法案。 Despite these criticisms, some supported the bill due to rising far-right activities and hate crimes. 前司法部长于10月从该法案中删除了有争议的条款。 The previous Minister for Justice removed contentious provisions from the bill in October.