Palestine Action has successfully raised over £130,000 in funding to contest the UK government's attempts to classify it as a terrorist organization. Led by human rights lawyer Gareth Peirce, notable for her involvement in landmark cases of wrongful convictions, the organization aims to fight back against Home Secretary Yvette Cooper's decision following recent protests, including a demonstration at RAF Brize Norton. The group views the government's actions as an infringement on civil liberties, asserting the move could outlaw their activities and impose severe penalties on their supporters. There are concerns about how this designation fits within current definitions of terrorism in the UK.
Palestine Action has amassed over £130,000 to challenge the UK government's proposal to label it as a terrorist organization.
Under Home Secretary Yvette Cooper's plans, Palestine Action could be listed among groups like Hamas and al Qaida, facing severe legal repercussions.
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