Scottish Venue That Canceled 2020 Franklin Graham Event To Pay Over $100K for Violating UK Equality Act

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“I want to thank Sheriff John McCormick for upholding the law and affirming that Christians must be treated fairly and equally,” Graham went on to say. “This ruling will be a great encouragement for Christians and people of all faiths across the UK and many other parts of the world.”

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A spokesperson for SEC expressed to the BBC that they were disappointed by the ruling and that they are “currently reviewing the extensive documentation to determine whether any further action is required.”

Graham’s events had been set for May through October of 2020. Ironically, the events likely would have been indefinitely postponed anyway due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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The UK leg of the “God Loves You” tour was rescheduled and took place earlier this year. 

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