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Free speech and Dr Päivi Räsänen

Early day motion 2179, tabled 30 October 2025 by Jim Allister (Traditional Unionist Voice). Signed by 5 members.

That this House expresses concern over growing restrictions on free speech across Europe; notes the case of Dr Päivi Räsänen in Finland, where legal action has followed her expression of traditional views on marriage; and urges the Government to engage internationally to uphold freedom of expression and defend the right to articulate religious and conscientious beliefs.

Signatures by party: DUP 3, Conservative 1, Traditional Unionist Voice 1.