Tag: protest law
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Constitutional Challenge Targets NSW Protest Restrictions After Bondi Terror Attack
Overview of the challenge A coalition of advocacy groups has launched a constitutional challenge to controversial New South Wales laws that empower authorities to restrict protests for up to three months following terrorist incidents. The legal bid, prompted by the December Bondi attack, contends that the measures infringe on fundamental rights to freedom of expression…
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No bail for Indian activists after five years in jail without trial
Background: Five years of detention without trial Two of India’s most prominent student activists, Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, have faced a prolonged period in prison without a trial after their 2020 arrest in connection with protests and events surrounding the Delhi region. The ongoing detentions have drawn attention to the pace and fairness of…
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Why Advisers warned banning Palestine Action could backfire on ministers
Overview: Advisers warned of a potential backfire New official documents show that the government’s advisers cautioned ministers that proscribing Palestine Action might inadvertently enhance the group’s profile. The briefing, produced three months before the decision to ban the activist organization, highlights a potential political risk: censoring a highly visible movement could galvanize its supporters and…
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Ban ban? Advisers warned ministers that banning Palestine Action could backfire
Background: The government’s move against Palestine Action In a high-stakes clash between national security concerns and civil liberties, ministers moved to proscribe Palestine Action, a group known for its protests against Israel’s policy in Palestine. The decision came after months of debate within government circles and amid pressure from both security services and political allies…