Tag: Public Order
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Right to Protest Under Threat in England and Wales: HRW warns of escalating restrictions
Overview: A growing squeeze on protest rights The right to protest in England and Wales is facing increasing pressure as lawmakers push for stricter controls on public assemblies. Human Rights Watch (HRW) and a cross-party law reform organization have issued stark warnings that existing protections are being eroded and that new measures could curb civil…
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Right to protest in England and Wales under attack, reports warn
Introduction: A Warning from HRW and Reform Advocates The right to protest in England and Wales is facing mounting pressure, according to two influential reports released this year. Human Rights Watch (HRW) highlights a pattern of laws and policing approaches that chill dissent, while a cross-party law reform body points to extensive reforms that could…
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Met Police Used Outdated Powers on Pro-Palestine Protests
Overview: Controversy Over Police Powers The Metropolitan Police are facing renewed scrutiny after evidence emerged that officers relied on policing powers that legal experts say are no longer valid for handling pro-Palestine protests. Analysts and advocates argue that the methods used to restrain demonstrators may not align with current law or human rights standards, prompting…
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Met Police Under Scrutiny: Outdated Powers Used to Police Pro-Palestine Protests, Legal Experts Say
Overview: Contested policing powers and a growing controversy In recent weeks, legal scholars and civil-liberties advocates have raised alarms over how London’s Metropolitan Police have policed pro-Palestine demonstrations. Based on investigative findings reported by the Guardian and Liberty Investigates, several officers allegedly relied on powers that appear to be outdated or no longer valid. This…
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Pro-Palestine activists attacked Israel-linked defence firm with sledgehammers, UK court told
Trial Opens Over Attack on Israel-Linked Defence Firm Six pro-Palestine activists faced the Woolwich Crown Court after a violent confrontation at an Israel-linked defence firm. Prosecutors described an incident in which the group confronted security outside the facility, armed with sledgehammers, and accused officers and staff of provocation as they attempted to gain entry. The…
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Pro-Palestine activists attack Israel-linked firm in Woolwich court case
Overview of the Woolwich court case In a case unfolding at Woolwich Crown Court, six pro-Palestine activists are accused of violently targeting an Israel-linked defence firm. The incident, described during an opening prosecution presentation, involved the group wielding sledgehammers in what authorities characterized as a planned attack. Among those present was a police officer who…
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Punjab Extends Section 144 for 7 More Days Amid Public Order Concerns
Overview: What the extension means The Punjab government has decided to extend the enforcement of Section 144 across the province for seven additional days. This move prohibits all forms of protests, rallies, processions, sit-ins, gatherings, and related activities in specified areas. The aim is to preserve public order, prevent potential clashes, and ensure safety for…
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Former Neighbours Star Damien Richardson Guilty of Public Nazi Salute, Magistrate Rules
Background of the Case The case involving former Neighbours actor Damien Richardson drew widespread attention in Australia after he performed a public Nazi salute during a 2024 speech. The act, captured on video, prompted immediate concern from community leaders, anti-extremism advocates, and members of the public who questioned the boundaries between free expression and the…
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Former Neighbours star Damien Richardson found guilty of public Nazi salute
Overview of the case Former Neighbours actor Damien Richardson was found guilty of performing a public Nazi salute during a 2024 speech, according to court documents released after the magistrate’s ruling. The case has stirred discussion about how such gestures are interpreted in public settings and the role intent plays in determining criminal liability for…
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KBS Signals Zero Tolerance as Warzone World Championship Faces Police Report if Issues Arise
KBS Sets the Tone for Warzone World Championship Security Malaysia’s Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) has promised swift, decisive action to ensure the Warzone World Championship (WWC) proceeds without safety or legal concerns. The event, slated for December 6–7 at Stadium Arena 9 in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, has drawn attention from government officials, sponsors, players,…