Human Rights Watch says the UK has “severely restricted the right to protest” and is expanding repressive measures against peaceful demonstrators.
Silencing the Streets
The 47-page report, “‘Silencing the Streets’: The Right to Protest Under Attack in the UK,” documents that the UK’s Labour government has failed to reverse sweeping anti-protest laws introduced by the previous Conservative government. Instead, Labour has attempted to expand them with the Crime and Policing Bill 2025 and through the unprecedented misuse of terrorism legislation to target and criminalize peaceful protest. The Crime and Policing bill, pending before parliament, is to be debated in the House of Lords in January 2026.
Prairieland, USA to Filton, UK, does protest now mean terrorism?
From the US to the UK, counter-terror laws are being used to crush political dissent and protect state interests, write Zahra Farooque and David Chmielewski.
When protests normalize intolerance: The hidden costs of far-right demonstrations
Large crowds expressing xenophobic views publicly can signal that such beliefs are socially acceptable or mainstream, influencing others to think this behavior is normal
How to Protest Safely in the Age of Surveillance
Law enforcement has more tools than ever to track your movements and access your communications. Here’s how to protect your privacy if you plan to protest.
How to fight hate: New Humanist’s Autumn 2026 issue is out now
With race riots on the rise and the populist right gaining traction, we ask how the UK can push back
Immigrants’ Participation in Protests
This resource provides information so that immigrants can know their rights, understand the risks of protests, and feel empowered to participate.
How to Protect Yourself during Protests
Demonstrators face tear gas, flash bangs, coronavirus and surveillance
Going Out to a Protest? Here’s How Not to Get Arrested.
Lawyer Isabella Salomão Nascimento on knowing your rights — and getting the cops to respect them.
Far-right chaos won’t define Northern Ireland – solidarity will
While extremists grabbed headlines, hundreds of ordinary people mobilised to protect our neighbours
En Europe, 20 ans d'activisme extra-parlementaire de l’extrême droite
À travers le projet de recherche européen de l’Observatoire des protestations d’extrême droite en Europe (FARPO), Caterina Froio et Pietro Castelli Gattinara, chercheurs en sciences politiques,
Find Protests Near You - Updated Daily | find a protest
Find protests and solidarity events near you — updated daily. Discover local rallies, vigils, teach-ins and justice actions happening this week and weekend.
How to Protest Safely: What to Bring, What to Do, and What to Avoid
If you’re planning to hit the streets, here’s what you need to know.
Human Rights Principles - Amazon Sustainability
Explore how we’re demonstrating support for fundamental human rights and the dignity of workers
Trump designates protesters terrorists. How far will it go?
The White House thinks Palestine Action in the UK and other US left-wing orgs are a threat to the homeland. At least that is what they say.
93% of Black Lives Matter Protests Have Been Peaceful, New Report Finds
The Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project analyzed more than 7,750 BLM demonstrations in all 50 states and D.C.
The Maidan in Movement: Diversity and the Cycles of Protest
The Maidan protests provide us with insights into Ukrainian society and the dynamics of mobilisation more generally. Based on the EuroMaidan Protest Participant Survey, on-site rapid interviews wit...
