Bryson is only half-right — it's tough for working classes on both sides of sectarian divide
The loyalist activist said that 'a number of barristers from a middle-class Protestant background' did not want him to progress in his own legal career towards qualification as a barrister. There was a conversation about how to 'make sure that nobody will take him as a pupil to stop him getting in'.
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The Herald Scotland
3 days ago
- The Herald Scotland
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The meeting was arranged after the Order said it was worried about 'increasing hate crimes targeting the Orange and wider Protestant community'. It said: 'These crimes are now running at an all-time high in comparison to other religious groups.' The Orange Order called for the Scottish Government to set up cross-community working groups from all denominations and none to understand and respect each other's culture and way of life. Following the meeting, a spokesperson said: 'We raised serious concerns, including anti-Protestant vandalism, physical assaults, and a recent shooting incident in Kelvingrove involving eight of our members. 'We also voiced concern on the broader political response, claiming that no political party is addressing the rise in anti-Protestant hate crimes. 'The Grand Orange Lodge calls for direct engagement with the First Minister and other political leaders in meaningful action from the highest levels of government and Holyrood.' The organisation said it wants the Hate Crime and Public Order Act to explicitly recognise the Protestant community—particularly smaller groups like the Loyal Orange Institution—as entitled to protection under the law. It also asks for a government compensation and protection fund for properties damaged by religiously motivated hate crimes and include financial support for installing CCTV for vulnerable organisations. Read More It asked the government to Provide funding for cross-community engagement and education projects, working in partnership with both faith-based and secular organisations. Other calls include 'Establish a formal working group comprising the Scottish Government, Police Scotland, and the Loyal Orange Institution to develop effective strategies for preventing and prosecuting anti-Protestant hate crimes. 'Ensure Protestant representation in all future government consultations and panels dealing with hate crime and social cohesion. 'Encourage responsible media engagement, calling on Scottish media outlets to cease the demonisation of our community and instead help raise awareness of the challenges we face.' The Scottish Government has been contacted for comment.
Glasgow Times
3 days ago
- Glasgow Times
Orange Order statement after Scottish Government meeting
Andrew Murray, Grand Master, Edward McGonnell, Senior Depute Grand Master and David Walters, Executive Officer, met with Siobhan Brown, Minister for Victims and Community Safety. The meeting was arranged after the Order said it was worried about 'increasing hate crimes targeting the Orange and wider Protestant community'. READ NEXT:Drivers raise fears at protest if taxi and private hire cap is lifted It said: 'These crimes are now running at an all-time high in comparison to other religious groups.' The Orange Order called for the Scottish Government to set up cross-community working groups from all denominations and none to understand and respect each other's culture and way of life. Following the meeting, a spokesperson said: 'We raised serious concerns, including anti-Protestant vandalism, physical assaults, and a recent shooting incident in Kelvingrove involving eight of our members. 'We also voiced concern on the broader political response, claiming that no political party is addressing the rise in anti-Protestant hate crimes. 'The Grand Orange Lodge calls for direct engagement with the First Minister and other political leaders in meaningful action from the highest levels of government and Holyrood.' The organisation said it wants the Hate Crime and Public Order Act to explicitly recognise the Protestant community—particularly smaller groups like the Loyal Orange Institution—as entitled to protection under the law. It also asks for a government compensation and protection fund for properties damaged by religiously motivated hate crimes and include financial support for installing CCTV for vulnerable organisations. READ NEXT:Mother and new baby turned up at homeless shelter needing help It asked the government to Provide funding for cross-community engagement and education projects, working in partnership with both faith-based and secular organisations. Other calls include 'Establish a formal working group comprising the [[Scottish Government]], Police Scotland, and the Loyal Orange Institution to develop effective strategies for preventing and prosecuting anti-Protestant hate crimes. 'Ensure Protestant representation in all future government consultations and panels dealing with hate crime and social cohesion. 'Encourage responsible media engagement, calling on Scottish media outlets to cease the demonisation of our community and instead help raise awareness of the challenges we face.' The Scottish Government has been contacted for comment.
STV News
3 days ago
- STV News
Orange Order lays out demands amid 'frustration' over John Swinney's 'refusal to meet'
The Grand Orange Lodge of Scotland has expressed 'frustration' over First Minister John Swinney's 'ongoing refusal to meet'. On Tuesday, Scotland's oldest and largest Protestant fraternity — represented by grand master Andrew Murray, senior depute grand master Edward McGonnell, and executive officer David Walters— met with community safety minister Siobhian Brown. The Lodge said it raised concerns at the 'productive meeting', including anti-Protestant vandalism, physical assaults, and a recent air pellet shooting incident in Kelvingrove. The First Minister previously described acts of violence against the Orange Order as 'completely and utterly unacceptable'. However, in a statement shared with STV News, the Order claimed that Swinney is 'refusing' to meet with the group. Police launched an investigation after several marchers taking part in an Orange Order procession were hit by pellets on Sauchiehall Street near Kelvingrove Street on July 5. Officers said no one was injured but condemned the 'dangerous occurrence'. The parades were part of celebrations for the County Grand Orange Lodge of Glasgow and Orange Lodges in Lanarkshire to commemorate the Battle of the Boyne in 1690. The Grand Lodge released a statement expressing 'deep concern' following the incident. Elsewhere, four people were arrested following Orange Order processions in Lanarkshire. The Order said no political party in Scotland was addressing 'the rise in anti-Protestant hate crimes'. Following the meeting with Siobhian Brown, the Lodge laid out six demands it has asked of the First Minister – including an amendment to the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act 2021 to protect the protestant community. It also includes establishing a 'protection fund' for properties damaged by religiously motivated hate crimes, providing funding for cross-community engagement, and encouraging responsible media engagement. The group is also calling for the creation of a working group comprising the Scottish Government, Police Scotland, and the Loyal Orange Institution, and that protestant representation is present in government consultations dealing with hate crime. The Scottish Government has been contacted for comment. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
