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The IndependentSunday, 3 May 2026
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Row over Starmer’s call for ban on Palestine protests
Government’s own independent adviser on antisemitism says outlawing peaceful marches would be ‘unconscionable’ after Labour leader suggests demonstrations should be prevented in some ‘instances’ to combat rising antisemitic violence
The paper frames the Prime Minister's proposal as politically contentious by centering the opposition from his own government's advisory circles and describing the situation as a 'row'.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has proposed intervening to prevent certain pro-Palestine demonstrations citing concerns over antisemitism, prompting pushback from civil liberties advocates and his own antisemitism adviser, Lord Mann.
“outlawing peaceful marches would be ‘unconscionable’”
“Critical of proposed protest ban”
SAM KILEY: WHY TRUMP IS NOW FACING AN ANGRY, TOUGH GERMANY
Highlights shifting geopolitical tensions and diplomatic friction between the US and Germany.
Jerry Hall, Richard E Grant and Michael Sheen among top names in new Celebrity Traitors
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Ipswich celebrate promotion – but playoff dream is over for Wrexham
Players cheer automatic elevation to the Premier League after beating QPR at Portman Road yesterday
Contrasts the sporting success of one football club with the disappointment of another.
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