Hate Crime Act could lead to trust in police being damaged, senior officer says
The Hate Crime Act which comes into force on Monday could lead to trust in the police being damaged, the president of the body which represents senior Police Scotland officers says.
Rob Hay, president of the Association of Scottish Police Superintendents (ASPS) said there could be an increase in reports of hate crimes, driven by people wishing to score points against those on opposite sides of an argument online.
The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act comes into effect on Monday.
Critics, including some celebrities like , say it has defended the legislation.
