It’s free speech, not a free-for-all for abuse

By Heather Jameson | 19 September 2018
  • Heather Jameson

How would you feel about walking up to someone in the street and screaming abuse at them?

Does it make it OK if they are a public figure? Is it fair comment if the target of your abuse is a politician or council officer? Are women fair game?

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