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UK: Police Watchdog Questions Linehan Heathrow Arrest Over Tweet
The watchdog says the apology still leaves the central question unanswered: why was he arrested at all.
Britain Decides Viral Protest Clips Need Prosecutors
Your chant at a march is now judged not by the crowd around you but by how a stranger might feel watching a clip of it online.
The Free Speech Act: A Demolition Plan for Britain’s Speech Laws
A blueprint for a nation starving for a taste of freedom.
The UK’s Online “Safety” Act Is Here — And Free Speech Is on Notice
A law meant to protect users now arms platforms with broad powers to erase lawful speech.
UK’s Speech Police: Police Probe Journalist Over Year-Old Social Media Post
Pearson’s case raises critical questions about police oversight of online speech.
Free Speech Is Under Siege in Starmer’s UK
As the UK tightens online speech laws, critics warn of a growing threat to free expression and democratic oversight.
Former UK Police Officer Convicted for “Implication” in “Offensive” Social Media Message Raises Major Free Speech Concerns
Judges are ruling on “implication” of the speech rather than the speech itself.
UK: Conservative Councillor Is Arrested for “Hate Crime” for Tweet Defending Free Speech
More chilling attacks on free speech in the UK.
