United Kingdom: Police Will Gain Power to Restrict Certain Protests

On Saturday, 488 individuals were arrested for protesting in support of the group Palestine Action, which has been labeled as "terrorist" by the government. Their continued presence was described as "dishonorable" by the Home Secretary.

The British police will be granted greater powers to impose restrictions on certain protests, the government announced on Sunday, October 5, particularly citing pro-Palestinian gatherings that are raising "concerns..."