Protest
2026-07-05 · Home Office · HL1653 · Official question
Question
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the merits of restricting, or banning, repetitive protest marches in order to prevent undue restriction on the activities of residents, businesses, and visitors.
Answer
The Government is committed to upholding the right to lawful protest while ensuring the public are protected from serious disruption or harm.Under Sections 12 and 14 of the Public Order Act 1986 police have the power to impose conditions on protests where...