Tag: Freedom of speech
Buffer Zones Outside Abortion Clinics: Impact of Allowing Silent Prayer
The decision to not automatically ban silent prayer outside abortion clinics when new buffer zones are implemented has sparked controversy among campaigners. While the new measures aim to prevent influencing, harassing, or provoking individuals...
Man Jailed for Threatening MP Jess Phillips
A man has been sentenced to 12 weeks in custody for sending threatening emails to Labour MP Jess Phillips. Nabil Arif, 36, from Birmingham, sent abusive messages to the MP between October 13, 2023,...
Pub Blames Right-Wing Rioters on Sun Reporter in Latest Incident
The incident at McChuills in Glasgow, where right-wing protesters attempted to storm the pub, has been attributed to the tabloid press by the establishment. The pub, known for its anti-fascist stance, managed to fend...
Lee Anderson sparks powerful response from Rayner over Islamophobia definition
In a recent session in the House of Commons, Lee Anderson, a Reform UK MP, raised a question about the government's definition of Islamophobia. This query came as deputy prime minister Angela Rayner was...
British Judge Criticized for Imprisoning Free Speech Advocate
British Judge Under Fire for Keeping Free Speech Advocate in PrisonThe son of a UK citizen imprisoned in China is urging action to save his father before it's too late. Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy...
Labour MPs Resigning from X Due to ‘Hate and Disinformation’
Labour MPs are leaving X due to concerns about misinformation and hate speech on the platform. One MP, Noah Law, has disabled his account, while others are exploring alternatives like Threads and Bluesky. Elon...
Elon Musk’s Potential Arrest for Inciting UK Rioters: Ex-Twitter Chief’s Statement
Bruce Daisley, the former Twitter executive, believes that Elon Musk should be held accountable for inciting public disorder on his social media platform. He suggests that Musk should face personal sanctions and even the...
Tommy Robinson struggles to find legal representation for libel case
Tommy Robinson is facing a legal battle after fleeing the UK just before a libel hearing. He is struggling to find a lawyer to represent him in court. Robinson, whose real name is Stephen...
Far-Right Protests Planned in London Tomorrow, Including at Reform UK HQ
Tomorrow, London will witness a series of protests organized by Stand Up to Racism to counter the far-right movement. The protests will take place at six different locations across the city, including Finsbury Park...
Men Jailed for Inciting Far-Right Violence on Social Media
Two men have been sentenced to jail for encouraging violence and hatred online following the Southport attack. This marks the first instances of individuals being charged for such actions in connection to the recent...
Arrested Man Advocates Violence Against Far-Right Protesters
A man was taken into custody after making violent remarks against far-right protesters during an anti-racism demonstration in Walthamstow. He allegedly called for their throats to be cut, labeling them as "disgusting Nazi fascists."...
Advocacy for Political Prisoners in Russia: Journalist Evan Gershkovich’s Impact
US journalist Evan Gershkovich recently returned to the United States after being freed from a Russian prison. He was part of a significant prisoner swap between the West and Russia, marking a momentous occasion...