Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Security

23 June 2025 · Home Office

Proposed by Yvette Cooper Lab Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley

Crime & Law Enforcement

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At a glance

Key points

  • The minister is proscribing Palestine Action under section 3 of the Terrorism Act 2000 due to its criminal activities.
  • A draft proscription order will be laid before Parliament on Monday 30 June.
  • The decision aims to disrupt Palestine Action's escalating actions without affecting lawful protest groups.

Issue summary

The minister is proscribing Palestine Action under section 3 of the Terrorism Act 2000 due to its criminal activities.

Action requested

A draft proscription order will be laid before Parliament on Monday 30 June, making it illegal to support or join Palestine Action. The decision aims to disrupt the group's escalating actions without affecting lawful protest groups.

Key facts

  • Palestine Action has orchestrated nationwide campaigns since its inception in 2020.
  • Attacks include damage to Thales in Glasgow (over £1 million), Instro Precision, and Elbit Systems UK.
  • The manual 'The Underground Manual' provides practical advice on carrying out attacks.
  • The group's activities are linked to national security threats.
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