UK Lawyers Sue Met Police Over ‘Crusade’ Protest Against Muslims

Legal Action for Peace (LAfP), representing a coalition of lawyers and human rights advocates, is challenging the Metropolitan Police Service’s decision to permit a UKIP protest on October 25, which was described as a “crusade” against the Muslim community. The organization argues that the police failed to protect British Muslims from hate speech and incitement to violence, prompting them to initiate potential judicial review proceedings. Ayesha Khan, the Director of LAfP, emphasized that allowing the protest compromised safety and violated legal duties. In response, LAfP has launched a Crowdjustice campaign to fund their legal efforts, aiming to hold public authorities accountable for undermining community cohesion.

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