Stop dallying on censorship
As Parliament debates Bill 113, the removal of the crime of vilification of religion has become the object of heated debate. Several interventions have been made in the House, most notably by Claudette Buttigieg and Jason Azzopardi from Opposition benches and by Godfrey Farrugia from the government’s side.
What is most disappointing is the lack of logic behind the statements being made.
Buttigieg stated that vilification of religion should only be allowed for artistic purposes. The immediate consequence of this is that artists should be allowed to vilify religion while all other citizens... This article is part of our premium content. Full story is available on Times of Malta Premium.