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Potential legal restrictions facing campaigners
 Confidential Intelligence UnitThe CIU coordinates surveillance against domestic extremists, which might include a wide range of campaigners and activists. Direct action and the lawDirect action is not necessarily illegal, but often it is. Get a better understanding of where you might stand. Protest and the lawThe right to protest is a vital part of our democracy, and protesting is legal. But there are some legal restrictions... Protection from Harassment ActIt is possible that as a campaigner you could get prosecuted for harassment or have an injunction put in place against you. SOCPAThe Serious Organised Crime and Police Act gives the police wider powers of arrest and restricts the right to public protest. |
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