Palestine Action ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court
Summary
The UK Supreme Court will review the ban on the protest group Palestine Action, which was imposed in July 2025 under anti-terrorism laws. The group's co-founder argues the ban violates human rights, and the court's decision could impact UK terrorism laws.Key Facts
- Palestine Action was banned as a terrorist organization by the Home Secretary in 2025 due to criminal damage and break-ins at an Israeli-owned defense company.
- The ban was initially ruled unlawful by the High Court but was later upheld unanimously by the Court of Appeal.
- The Supreme Court granted permission for Palestine Action’s co-founder, Huda Ammori, to appeal the ban.
- The appeal will be fast-tracked and heard after the summer break.
- Over 2,000 people may face trial for supporting Palestine Action at protests after it was banned.
- Four members of Palestine Action were jailed for break-ins causing over £1 million in damage, with one convicted of injuring a police officer.
- Recent mass arrests occurred outside Westminster Magistrates' Court amid confusion over support for Palestine Action.
- The Home Office states the ban targets criminal acts, not peaceful protests for Palestinian causes.
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