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800+ Jews Demand Protest Ban Lift Against Police

1/14/2025

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A wave of dissent is rising against London's Metropolitan Police as they face calls to lift a ban on a pro-Palestine protest set for January 18 outside the BBC. Over 800 British Jews, including notable leaders, have united in a powerful letter, asserting that the ban undermines the fundamental right to protest, despite police concerns about potential disruptions to nearby synagogues.

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A wave of dissent is rising against London's Metropolitan Police as they face calls to lift a ban on a pro-Palestine protest set for January 18 outside the BBC. Over 800 British Jews, including notable leaders, have united in a powerful letter, asserting that the ban undermines the fundamental right to protest, despite police concerns about potential disruptions to nearby synagogues.