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Lord Hanson of Flint (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 23 July 2025

Debate

Palestine Action Protests: Arrests

Contribution

The terms of the proscription order are clear and were passed by the House of Commons and this House. However, ultimately, the charging decisions and whether to seek permission from the Attorney-General remain the responsibility of the Crown Prosecution Service. It is not for me to direct it or to comment on that—but the terms of the proscription order are clear, and it does not include legitimate protest in a free, fair and peaceful way around the issue of Palestine.

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