End the misuse of terrorism laws against nonviolent protesters
End the misuse of terrorism laws against nonviolent protesters
Just hours ago, a jury refused to convict nonviolent protesters of a single offence. That verdict matters. It reflects public conscience and shows that justice depends on moral judgment as well as the law.
Yet the government continues to use terrorism legislation against people taking nonviolent action. These powers were never meant to criminalise protest or conscience.
The jury was not convinced. The public are not convinced. The government should now listen.
We call on the government to end the use of terrorism laws against nonviolent protesters and protect the right to protest without fear of extreme punishment.
Add your name.
Like this to spread the word
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
The criminalisation of non-violent protestors against Isarael’s genocide in Gaza, in which the UK Government is a willing enabler and accomplice, is an utterly shameful disgrace and must be stopped.
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
A move towards non-jury trials in such cases harks back to the Diplock trials in Northern Ireland. It is a move towards authoritarianism that no Labour government should ever contemplate. Our leaders need to look long and hard at their consciences. These cases prove that juries are essential to ensure real justice.
-
-
-
I’m really worried that this government is forcing this country down such a dangerous path.