http://www.365gay.com/Newscon08/01/011508scot.htmThe Scottish government has announced it will back a Green Party private member's bill to increase sentences for those convicted of hate crimes against members of the LGBT community and the disabled.
The measure already has the support of the Liberal Democrats and is expected to pass with little difficulty. Once enacted it will bring Scotland in line with laws already in effect in the rest of the United Kingdom.
"Living in safe and strong communities is an essential part of our positive vision for Scotland. For too many people that vision is blurred by the fear of crime and intolerance," said Scottish Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill.
"No one in Scotland should be targeted or victimized because of their sexual orientation, transgender identity or disability. Our clear aim is to prevent and deter crimes. But where crime does happen it will not be tolerated."
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