Belong To, the national organisation supporting LGBTQ+ youth in Ireland, is deeply concerned, but sadly not surprised, at the reported 29% increase in hate crimes and hate-related incidents in Ireland. The figures show that targeting on the basis of sexual orientation was the second-highest recorded form of hate crimes and hate-related incidents.
To address this spike in violence, the Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill must be enacted as a matter of urgency, accompanied by comprehensive actions to tackle the root causes of hate.
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