Tag: Finland

Prosecutor takes Päivi Räsänen to Supreme Court

Mrs. Päivi Räsänen is being legally supported by the Human Rights organisation ADF International.

Päivi Räsänen found "not guilty' of hate speech for quoting the Bible

The ruling, which is now final, is a significant a victory for freedom of religion and expression.

Päivi Räsänen’s battle for religious freedom and free speech continues

Her ongoing legal battle has become a symbol of the delicate balance between religious freedom and free speech in modern society.

Finnish politician Päivi Räsänen stands trial again

She is being accused of "inciting hatred against LGBT people".

Finnish MP who faced prison over Bible verse tweet says she would do it again

Päivi Räsänen, a committed Christian civil servant and grandmother, was put on trial for sharing her beliefs on social media

Päivi Räsänen faces a second a year after her acquittal

The court ruled that "it is not for the district court to interpret biblical concepts."

A church was set on fire during a Christmas Mass in Finland

There were about 30 faithful praying inside.

Päivi Räsänen's fight for freedom of speech is not over in Finland

Finland's public prosecutors are to appeal the judgement which threw out the charges against Räsänen.

Dr. Päivi Räsänen cleared of hate speech charges

Dr. Räsänen has served as Finland's Interior Minister from 2011 to 2015.