The abolition of the blasphemy laws took a decisive step forward this week with the tabling of a government amendment to do so in the House of Lords.

The Bill is scheduled to be debated on Wednesday (5 March 2008).

National Secular Society – Stop press: Blasphemy abolition moves closer.

If you have digital TV on Freeview or otherwise, you may be able to watch the debate on BBC Parliament.

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