Respuestas discurso del odio desde la experiencia europea

Introduction: Hate speech is discriminatory and hostile messages towards vulnerable groups that have a detrimental effect on the coexistence of our societies. Internet applications and social networks have contributed to the spread of these harmful speeches, which has led to greater concern about tackling this phenomenon. The aim of this text is to analyse the regulations at European level to combat hate speech. Methodology: This qualitative research consists of the analysis of documents and legal and behavioural rules that regulate hate speech at European level. Results: The main regulatory milestones within the Council of Europe, the European Union, as well as in Germany, France and Spain are identified, identifying their main characteristics. Discussions: The fight against hate speech faces regulatory challenges, due to the difficulty of defining precise contours to prevent and punish harmful behaviour without affecting other rights such as freedom of expression. Conclusions: Although there has been an evolution towards greater intensity of regulation, the main focus has been on the criminal prosecution of hate speech.