Experts are concerned about the climate of intimidation in the UK over the arrest of several opponents of the monarchy during ceremonies following the Queen’s death. Ruth Smeeth, head of the Index on Censorship organisation, described the events as “deeply disturbing,” according to the BBC.
Smeets demanded that freedom of speech should not be intentionally or unintentionally restricted by royal ceremonies. Jodie Beck of the Liberty organization said it was deeply disturbing that the police used their powers in a harsh and punitive manner, the BBC said. “The ability to protest is not a gift from the state, it’s a fundamental right,” Beck said. London’s Metropolitan Police pointed to the enormous challenge the police face at the royal mass events, but also assured the public had the right to protest.
“not my king”
In Scotland, two 22-year-olds had been arrested in recent days for breaching the peace when the new King Charles III was proclaimed. and a funeral procession for the Queen. There was also an arrest in the English university city of Oxford. Video footage from London also shows police turning a woman away from Parliament’s entrance holding a sign that reads ‘Not my king’.
Source: Krone
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