Reports of death threats against pupils who allegedly damaged a copy of the Koran are alarming, the Home Secretary has said. The boy’s mother – who said he is 14 years old and has “high functioning autism” – revealed he received “death threats” over the incident. Ms Braverman added: “It is high time for leaders — real leaders, not self-appointed hot-heads — to stand up for our free society. A spokesperson said: “This country repealed its blasphemy laws in 2008, and has a strong tradition of free speech and expression. “We hope the Government will now act swiftly to introduce the promised guidance and look forward to working with them towards this outcome.”

Source: The Times March 04, 2023 15:03 UTC