Hey everyone, I’ve been reading about this bill that Labour supposedly wants to give Black offenders lighter sentences compared to white offenders who commit the exact same crime. Honestly, this strikes me as completely unfair. Isn’t it still a form of discrimination to treat someone differently—whether “positively” or not—based on their race?

I’m all for equality, but equality only works when everyone is treated the same, no matter what. If you commit a crime, your punishment should fit the crime, not the color of your skin. Doing otherwise feels like we’re going backwards instead of moving forward. It’s like fighting one form of discrimination by introducing another, which makes absolutely no sense. Ultimately, handing out lesser sentences because someone is Black would not only be unjust to others—it would also set a dangerous precedent that keeps dividing society rather than bringing people together.

I’m honestly so annoyed by this, but not surprised by the Labour Party trying to do this at all. Are we really okay with a system where sentences are awarded differently based on race? How is that meant to help anyone? I’d love to know your thoughts. Do you think this is a step towards real justice, or do you see it as another layer of unfairness? Let’s talk!