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May 10, 2024
Can I protest at university? What powers do my university have if I protest? What are my rights as an international student?
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What is Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act 2000? What happens if you are stopped under Schedule 7 at an airport? What are your rights?
We have designed a template for university students and academics to request information held about them by their universities. This information may include any correspondence with public officials such as the police or the Home Office.
Do I have to talk to the police? What happens if I get arrested? This guide explains your rights when talking with the police.
What is the Prevent duty? What happens if you have been referred to Prevent? What are your rights?
Watch this webinar on protest rights that will talk you through our pages on protest and disability rights.
What powers have the police used/could the police use to arrest people protesting about Palestine? Can you lawfully protest about this in the UK? When can the police restrict/ban your protest? When can the police lawfully arrest you? What are your rights if you are arrested? Where can you get legal advice and support?
We explain the recent changes to the meaning of ‘serious disruption to the life of the community’ introduced by Government Regulations, which make it much easier for police to impose ‘conditions’ on protests”
We explain the law relevant for those seeking to monitor or observe the police at protests, and for journalists reporting on protest activity.
The Public Order Act 2023 introduces ‘Serious Disruption Prevention Orders’ (“SDPOs”). Here, we explain what they are and what they mean for protesters and organisers.
As the Government’s Public Order Act 2023 comes into force, we explain the new and expanded stop and search powers, and what they mean for protesters and organisers.
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