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We challenge injustice, defend freedom and campaign so everyone in the UK is treated fairly. Join us. Stand up to power.
Non-Governmental & Nonprofit Organization United Kingdomlibertyhumanrights.org.ukBorn February 22Joined January 2009

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If you're protesting this weekend: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS KNOW THE RISKS STAY SAFE 📲SAVE these legal advice cards 📡SHARE with other protesters 🖊️WRITE phone numbers on your arm 🦺FIND Legal Observers for assistance
DO I HAVE TO ANSWER POLICE QUESTIONS?
If you are stopped and questioned by the police, or they talk to you at a protest, you have the right not to respond, unless you are engaging in “anti-social” behaviour (causing, or likely to cause “harassment, alarm or distress”). You shouldn’t provide false information to the police, as this is a criminal offence. You can’t be searched or arrested just because you lawfully refused to answer police questions.

DO I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PROTEST?
Yes. Your right to protest is protected by the Human Rights Act and can only be lawfully restricted by the police for certain specified purposes (such as preventing crime or disorder) and in a way that is proportionate.
For more information and guidance on organising a protest, police powers to restrict or prohibit protests, and your rights if arrested, go to libertyhumanrights.org.uk/advice-and-information and select the topic of ‘protest’ or use the QR code below.
IF YOU ARE ARRESTED
Before arresting you, the police should explain that you’re being arrested, what offence, and why. If you’re arrested, say “no comment” to all questions, including ‘chats’ with the police, until you have received free advice from a specialist solicitor. Do NOT accept a caution without legal advice. Seek advice from a solicitor with expertise in protest law (see below). You have the right to:
•	Tell someone about your arrest
•	An interpreter if English isn’t your first language
•	An appropriate adult if you’re under 18 or a vulnerable person

SOLICITORS OFFERING FREE 24 HOUR ADVICE:
ITN solicitors 020 3909 8100
Hodge Jones & Allen 0844 848 0222
Kellys 01273 674 898 / 0800 387 463
MTC 07956 308 127
Bindmans 020 7305 5638
Commons 020 3865 5403

LEGAL OBSERVERS & OTHER SUPPORT:
BPLS @blkprotestlegal / blackprotestlegal@protonmail.com
GBC @GBCLegal / 07946 541 511 / courtsupport@protonmail.com
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🚨BREAKING: WE WON!!! Privilege Style - the airline whose plane was ready to fly to Rwanda in June - has confirmed they WILL NOT fly any refugees to Rwanda! People power WORKS! Now let’s defeat this cruel scheme altogether.
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This amendment will effectively give the Home Secretary the power to clamp down on protests as and when the Government chooses. This will have devastating consequences for dissent.
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Last-minute amendment to Public Order Bill would let home secretary slap injunctions on people ‘likely’ to protest bit.ly/3T9eGMx
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We need a meaningful conversation about how we really keep communities safe – by rolling back police powers and instead prioritising solutions with human rights, participation and social justice at their heart.
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As exposing this entrenched corruption, misogyny and racism leads to calls for reform, we must be clear about the extent and type of transformation we must see to prevent the police causing further harm to these communities.
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From the traumatic experiences of Child Q being strip searched at school, to the murder of Sarah Everard by a serving police officer – the police are frequently responsible for causing harm to people of colour and women in our communities.
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When those in power want to strip rights away they try to turn us against each other The #PublicOrderBill could criminalise anyone trying to make themselves heard, from climate activists to grieving families The people have shown before we're united against this
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Braverman hits out at 'selfish' climate activists as she presses on with new anti-protest laws inews.co.uk/news/suella-br
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Imagine thinking protesters shouldn't seek attention for their cause 😅 This is a Government on the run, desperate to blame all others, turn us on one another, and remove our rights to hide themselves from accountability
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