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Court Upholds Palestine Action Ban; 700 Charged

6/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Court of Appeal ruled the proscription of Palestine Action was a justified, proportionate interference with individual rights.
Human-rights groups warned the ruling threatens lawful protest and free-speech in Britain.
Co-founder Huda Ammori said she will appeal to the UK Supreme Court.
Over 700 people have been charged under the Terrorism Act for pro-Palestine placards since the ban began on 5 July 2025.

History

Historical Context

The UK’s anti-terrorism framework began with the Prevention of Terrorism Acts of 1974-89, which proscribed the IRA and gave police expanded powers. Since 2000 Parliament has added a series of Terrorism Acts that broadened definitions and detention limits, prompting review by an Independent Reviewer. The 2025 Court of Appeal decision to proscribe Palestine Action follows this legislative lineage, a trend Liberty warns threatens protest rights.

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Story summary

The Court of Appeal ruled the proscription of Palestine Action was a justified, proportionate interference with individual rights.
Human-rights groups warned the ruling threatens lawful protest and free-speech in Britain.
Co-founder Huda Ammori said she will appeal to the UK Supreme Court.
Over 700 people have been charged under the Terrorism Act for pro-Palestine placards since the ban began on 5 July 2025.

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