Government defends Palestine Action ban after High Court ruled it unlawful
Summary
The UK government is defending its decision to ban Palestine Action, a protest group, under anti-terrorism laws after a High Court ruled the ban unlawful. The Court of Appeal is reviewing whether the ban should remain, with the government arguing it is necessary to prevent support for violent activities linked to the group.Key Facts
- Palestine Action was banned as a terrorist organization in June 2025.
- The High Court ruled in February 2025 that the ban breached government policy and was unlawful.
- The Court of Appeal is now hearing an appeal to decide if the ban should stay in place.
- The government states Palestine Action meets the legal definition of being involved in terrorism.
- Palestine Action has carried out over 150 direct action protests targeting businesses linked to Israel's defense industry, causing significant damage and arrests.
- The group’s protests include breaking into RAF Brize Norton and damaging jets as a protest against the Gaza conflict.
- Authorities claim banning the group limits violence while still protecting peaceful protests supporting Palestine.
- Supporters of Palestine Action protested outside the court during the hearing.
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