Scotland to criminalise misogynistic harassment and launch £1 million school fund
First Minister John Swinney said the Scottish Government will create a specific offence for misogyny-based harassment before the next summer recess and will fund a £1 million Respect Fund for schools.
At the SNP conference in Aberdeen, John Swinney announced that a new misogyny bill, previously shelved, will be introduced as a criminal offence by the next summer recess at Holyrood. He also unveiled a £1 million Respect Fund intended to give every school resources to combat misogyny. In parallel, Police Scotland will broaden its “Don’t Be That Guy” campaign, recruiting high-profile athletes from several sports to serve as positive role models for young men.
Why it matters
The measures aim to strengthen legal protection against gender-based abuse and give schools resources to tackle misogyny.
How this story developed
- Oct 16 Scottish Economy Secretary Stephen Flynn welcomes Prime Minister's ideas on public service reform
- Oct 16 Burnham presented a new devolution proposal to Scottish officials.
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