In this Part "hatred on the grounds of sexual orientation" means hatred against a group of persons defined by reference to sexual orientation (whether towards persons of the same sex, the opposite sex or both).
Section 29AB: Meaning of "hatred on the grounds of sexual orientation"
Public Order Act 1986 · 1986 c. 64View on legislation.gov.uk
Part 3A: Hatred against persons on religious grounds or grounds of sexual orientation
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