21 h. ago Prevent ‘very ineffective’ in dealing with political extremism – Dominic Grieve

A review found that counter-terrorism measures including the law used to ban Palestine Action and Prevent are being used too widely.

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32 h. ago Advisers told ministers banning Palestine Action could make it more popular

Briefing paper warned proscription could also heighten Muslim-Jewish tensions and be seen as favouring IsraelMinisters banned Palestine Action despite being told by their advisers it could “inadvertently enhance” the group’s profile, an official government document shows.The briefing paper was written three months before the proscription of the group, which was set up to take direct action to halt UK arms supplies to Israel. Continue reading...

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37 h. ago Terror law used to ban Palestine Action being used too widely, report warns

A three-year review also found that anti-radicalisation scheme Prevent is ‘not fit for purpose’

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45 h. ago Legal experts and politicians criticise process used to ban Palestine Action

Independent commission says definition of terrorism relied on by ministers is too broad and more parliamentary oversight is neededLegal experts, former government ministers and an ex-MI6 director have criticised the process used to ban Palestine Action.The members of an independent commission set up by the Bingham Centre for the Rule of Law said the definition of terrorism was too broad and better parliamentary oversight and judicial scrutiny was needed. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Protests against Palestine Action ban to take place in Wales

Event organisers estimate that around 1,500 people could join in the action next month

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2 w. ago Protests against Palestine Action ban planned in 18 UK towns and cities

More than 2,000 people have already been arrested for alleged support of the group, which is banned under terrorism laws.

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3 w. ago Palestine Action legal challenge over group’s terror ban allowed to go ahead

The Court of Appeal ruled Palestine Action’s co-founder can proceed with a High Court challenge against the government

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3 w. ago Palestine Action given green light to challenge ban as Home Office loses court bid

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