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Judicial Shake-Up Raises Concerns Over Palestine Action Case

11/28/2025

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Campaigners allege a 'stitch-up' in the legal challenge to the British government's ban on Palestine Action.
Judge Martin Chamberlain was replaced at the last minute by a panel including Justice Victoria Sharp.
Sharp's brother has ties to pro-Israel lobbyist Trevor Chinn, which concerns critics.
The Ministry of Justice declined to comment on Chamberlain's removal, fueling questions about transparency.

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Story summary

Campaigners allege a 'stitch-up' in the legal challenge to the British government's ban on Palestine Action.
Judge Martin Chamberlain was replaced at the last minute by a panel including Justice Victoria Sharp.
Sharp's brother has ties to pro-Israel lobbyist Trevor Chinn, which concerns critics.
The Ministry of Justice declined to comment on Chamberlain's removal, fueling questions about transparency.