Racism and xenophobia fuel spike in hate crimes

Albertans targeted by hate should know someone will listen

Alberta has spent the past few weeks debating hate, racism and free expression. Taken together, three recent events raise an important question: When does hate matter enough for us to take it seriously?

Racism and xenophobia fuel spike in hate crimes

Hate crimes and related incidents have risen sharply with 780 reported last year – an increase of 15% on 2024 – but gardaí believe true figures could be much higher as many incidents go unreported. The Garda figures published yesterday show that, of the 780 cases recorded, 688 were classified as hate crimes, up from […]

Reform UK MS fails to respond to questions about whether there is a link between his attacks on Islam and hate crimes

Martin Shipton A Reform UK MS who has been criticised for making Islamophobic comments has failed to respond to concerns that his rhetoric has increased the likelihood of hate crimes against Muslims. Joe Martin represents Caerdydd Penarth, which includes the Grangetown district of Cardiff, where last week one of his constituents was the victim of […] The post Reform UK MS fails to respond to questions about whether there is a link between his at…

Clare Referee Claims Lack Of Education Contributing To Hate Crimes

A Clare Soccer Coach and Referee claims a lack of parental and schooling education is driving hate crimes in Ireland. New figures from An Garda Síochána show that reported hate crimes and hate-related incidents increased by 15% in 2025, with 780 incidents recorded nationwide. According to Gardaí, race was a factor in 40% of incidents, […] The post Clare Referee Claims Lack Of Education Contributing To Hate Crimes appeared first on Clare FM.