Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan apologises for comments made in a podcast interview about “demonisation of rape,” after receiving criticism from rape survivor groups and politicians. Multiple outlets report that the remarks drew negative reaction, with some groups arguing the comments could be harmful or misrepresent how rape is discussed.
The criticism is linked to remarks made during the podcast last year, which are described across reports as framing rape in a way that critics found inappropriate. The Scottish Rape Crisis Alliance is specifically mentioned by some outlets as raising concerns. In response, Manivannan issues an apology, describing the impact of the comments and indicating regret for the hurt caused.
Outlets use similar language to characterise the reaction—describing it as “horrified” or expressing that the apology follows condemnation. While the coverage focuses on the controversy around the specific wording, the overall narrative is consistent: the MSP’s apology addresses concerns raised by campaigners and public figures about the comments’ effect.
