"We are quickly and efficiently investigating those arrested for showing support towards Palestine Action and working closely with our colleagues in the CPS, we anticipate further charging decisions through this week and beyond. We fully recognise people's right to demonstrate peacefully, and thousands continue to protest in support of Palestine without breaking counter terrorism laws. I would therefore urge anyone considering coming out and showing support to Palestine Action to reconsider,"
"I would therefore urge anyone considering coming out and showing support to Palestine Action to reconsider, otherwise you will very likely be arrested, investigated and we'll work with the CPS to bring about prosecutions. For those people now charged, if convicted, they are facing potentially serious consequences that could impact on their careers and their ability to travel overseas. The terror charges carry a maximum sentence of six months' imprisonment and a conviction can bar entry to several countries including the US and Australia."
114 people have been charged over support for Palestine Action. The Labour government criminalised support for the campaign group, prompting widespread criticism and several London protests in July and August. Met Police detective chief superintendent Helen Flanagan said police are quickly and efficiently investigating those arrested for showing support towards Palestine Action and working closely with the CPS, with further charging decisions expected. Police emphasised recognition of the right to peaceful protest but warned that showing support to Palestine Action risks arrest and prosecution. Convicted individuals face up to six months' imprisonment and potential travel and career consequences, including bans from countries such as the US and Australia.
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