“A woman’s voice is a hex. She must learn to exalt men always. If she doesn’t do that, then she is a threat. A demon whore, a witch – so says everyone and the…
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JAN MOIR: The big sorry was Nicola Sturgeon s epic apology on behalf of the Scottish government for the killing and vilification of thousands accused of witchcraft between the 16th and 18th centuries.
The First Minister marked International Women s Day by issuing the historical apology for those who were accused, convicted, vilified or executed under the Scottish Witchcraft Act of 1563.
As a result of a petition, thousands accused of being witches under the Witchcraft Act (1563 to 1736) are set to have their names cleared. More than 85% of those convicted were women or girls.