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Censorship of pro-life adverts was “discriminatory” – rules Slovenian equality body

High-level, non-partisan event this week showcases unprecedented support across the political spectrum on the urgent issue of Christian persecution.

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Prosecutor files appeal against Finnish MP’s major free speech victory  

Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen

The Finnish state prosecutor has filed her appeal against the unanimous court decision which exonerated a Finnish MP and bishop of “hate speech” allegations for sharing their faith-based beliefs.

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Prosecutor to continue “campaign” against Finnish MP after major free speech victory

Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen

After a unanimous court decision and strong recommendation by the police not to proceed with prosecution in the first place, the Finnish state prosecutor intends to push criminal proceedings against MP and bishop into their fourth year.

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Finnish MP wins on all charges in major free speech trial

A Finnish court has upheld the right to free speech by dismissing all charges against Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen and Bishop Juhana Pohjola.

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Aviso: Judgment in Finnish MP’s Bible-tweet trial expected on 30th March

Päivi Räsänen and Bishop Juhana Pohjola

A Finnish court is expected to rule on the Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen and Bishop Juhana Pohjola’s free speech case on 30th March. Both stand accused of having engaged in “hate speech” for publicly sharing their faith-based beliefs.

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WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY – France taken to Europe’s top court after censoring Down Syndrome spokespersons

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Disability rights organisation faced discrimination after video speaking out about life with Down Syndrome was censored on state television channel

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COURT OUT: Closing arguments presented in Finnish Bible-tweet trial

Päivi Räsänen and Bishop Juhana Pohjola

Finnish parliamentarian Päivi Räsänen and Bishop Juhana Pohjola faced their second day on trial in Helsinki.

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UPDATE: Closing arguments to be heard in Finnish MP’s criminal trial over Bible-tweet

Finnish parliamentarian Päivi Räsänen and Bishop Juhana Pohjola will face their second day on trial in Helsinki.

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Sweet victory for freedom of conscience: Europe’s top court tosses out attempt to re-open cake dispute

Northern Irish bakers Daniel & Amy McArthur will not be forced to ice messages that are incompatible with their religious beliefs

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UPDATE: Frankfurt court strikes down censorship zone around abortion organisation

 A 40-Days-for-Life prayer group acted lawfully in gathering in front of the Frankfurt branch of the Pro Familia abortion organisation in 2020 – so ruled the Administrative Court of Frankfurt, Hesse, in a judgment handed down on 16 December.

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