Hate crime law will not prevent people from expressing opinions, says McEntee

The bill to criminalise hate speech has attracted criticism, with some senators concerned about the fact that hate is not explicitly defined.

Justice Minister Helen McEntee said that the 'vast majority' of people are in favour of the measures. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire

Justice Minister Helen McEntee has warned that culture wars around transgender rights and other issues will continue even after controversial hate speech laws are introduced.

Ms McEntee has strongly defended the proposed laws around hate crime and hate speech, claiming they are needed to protect people who are currently too afraid to leave their homes.