Liberty: Public Order Act: New Protest Offences & ‘Serious Disruption’ - information sheet on changes to right to protest

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'As the Government’s Public Order Act 2023 comes into force, we explain the new protest offences and new definition of ‘serious disruption’, and what they mean for protesters and organisers.'

 

Direct link: https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/advice_information/public-order-act-new-protest-offences/

 

'Disclaimer: this article is for general information. It’s not intended to be used as legal advice. For information on how to get legal advice, please see our page here or find contact details of law firms with protest law expertise on our bust cards.

The information on this page was correct as of 11 May 2023. However, additional provisions of the Public Order Act 2023 may be brought into force in the near future. We will monitor these changes and update this page accordingly.'