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MSP apologises for hurt caused by rape 'demonisation' comments

MSP apologises for hurt caused by rape 'demonisation' comments
BBC News Monday 10 August 2026, 16:19 UTC 1 min read
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Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan is facing criticism from rape survivors groups and politicians over a podcast interview.

Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan is facing criticism from rape survivors groups and politicians over a podcast interview.
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