For the first time in British history, a judge is seeking to sentence protesters as terrorists despite the jury convicting them only on criminal damage charges.
Not one of the 24 defendants has a terrorism charge, let alone conviction. Their action took place a year prior to the proscribing of Palestine Action.
The ban on Palestine Action was ruled unlawful by the High Court in February.
These facts were not only hidden from the public, they were hidden from the jury in the trial, too!
•No defences permitted •Defendants could not mention motives, Israel, weapons, Elbit, genocide, Jury Equity, etc •Conviction would secretly lead to "terrorism" sentencing
The first time that any person convicted of an offence for protest will be sentenced as a terrorist.
•Aggravated sentences •Serve full sentence or 'reform' & rescind 'beliefs' •No parole until they've served at least 2/3rd sentence •License for up to 15 years.
Rogue judges are attempting to remove conscience from our courts, even blocking jurors from their lawful rights.
The Labour govt. is attempting to heavily restrict jury trials in England & Wales, preventing access to fair justice.
The attack on juries is an attack on everyone. Any one of us could one day stand accused of a crime. It is essential that everybody has the opportunity to defend themselves in court.
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Some good news - Filton defence barrister Rajiv Menon KC has won his appeal against prosecution.
This is believed to be the first time in legal history that a barrister has faced prosecution over a closing speech in a criminal trial, and the procedure being used was without precedent.
on May 12, 2026, 5:35 pm