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Prof. Sullivan Threatens Legal Action Over Free Speech Protest

12/22/2025

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Prof. Alice Sullivan threatens legal action against the University of Bristol after a talk was disrupted by a trans rights protest.
She says the university failed to protect her freedom of speech, despite the event proceeding safely amid unacceptable disruption.
The University of Bristol says it upholds free speech rights, in line with a new law in England.
Videos show protesters pressing against the venue windows during the talk.

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Prof. Alice Sullivan threatens legal action against the University of Bristol after a talk was disrupted by a trans rights protest.
She says the university failed to protect her freedom of speech, despite the event proceeding safely amid unacceptable disruption.
The University of Bristol says it upholds free speech rights, in line with a new law in England.
Videos show protesters pressing against the venue windows during the talk.