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· Jun 17
Government 'quietly drops' fight for tougher anti-protest laws used to arrest climate activist Greta Thunberg
LBC can reveal the government has backed down in its legal fight for tougher anti-protest laws, used to arrest hundreds of protesters including climate activist Greta Thunberg.
www.lbc.co.uk
🚨 BREAKING UPDATE
Labour has FINALLY accepted defeat in our legal challenge of anti-protest powers
We won this case in court twice - under both Conservative and Labour leadership
Gov must now commit to reviewing ALL arrests made under these unlawful powers
www.lbc.co.uk/news/exclusi...
Labour has FINALLY accepted defeat in our legal challenge of anti-protest powers
We won this case in court twice - under both Conservative and Labour leadership
Gov must now commit to reviewing ALL arrests made under these unlawful powers
www.lbc.co.uk/news/exclusi...
NEW from Liberty Investigates and Democracy for Sale:
Five police forces to drop Palantir surveillance tool
Read the full story at the link libertyinvestigates.org.uk/articles/pal...
Five police forces to drop Palantir surveillance tool
Read the full story at the link libertyinvestigates.org.uk/articles/pal...
Revealed: Five police forces to drop Palantir surveillance tool - Liberty Investigates
Palantir’s UK policing ambitions take a hit as East Midlands forces end their involvement in controversial data pilot
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September 21, 2026 at 10:23 AM
NEW from Liberty Investigates and Democracy for Sale:
Five police forces to drop Palantir surveillance tool
Read the full story at the link libertyinvestigates.org.uk/articles/pal...
Five police forces to drop Palantir surveillance tool
Read the full story at the link libertyinvestigates.org.uk/articles/pal...
Our right to privacy is under threat.
This is a crucial moment to demand stronger protections for our data and our human rights.
Help us defend personal data security, expose hidden misuse and fight for stronger safeguards.
This is a crucial moment to demand stronger protections for our data and our human rights.
Help us defend personal data security, expose hidden misuse and fight for stronger safeguards.
Protect Our Personal Data
Our right to privacy is under threat. Help Liberty defend personal data security, expose hidden misuse and fight for stronger safeguards.
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September 19, 2026 at 9:14 AM
Our right to privacy is under threat.
This is a crucial moment to demand stronger protections for our data and our human rights.
Help us defend personal data security, expose hidden misuse and fight for stronger safeguards.
This is a crucial moment to demand stronger protections for our data and our human rights.
Help us defend personal data security, expose hidden misuse and fight for stronger safeguards.
Reposted by Liberty
Today, our legal challenge with @libertyhq.bsky.social against the UK government’s secret surveillance powers is back before the Investigatory Powers Tribunal.
This will consider how our case and Apple’s new challenge should move forward together. privacyinternational.org/long-read/55...
This will consider how our case and Apple’s new challenge should move forward together. privacyinternational.org/long-read/55...
About our challenge against the UK's secret powers: Q&A on TCNs and Apple
In March 2025, PI (together with three co-claimants including Liberty) filed a
privacyinternational.org
September 17, 2026 at 9:15 AM
Today, our legal challenge with @libertyhq.bsky.social against the UK government’s secret surveillance powers is back before the Investigatory Powers Tribunal.
This will consider how our case and Apple’s new challenge should move forward together. privacyinternational.org/long-read/55...
This will consider how our case and Apple’s new challenge should move forward together. privacyinternational.org/long-read/55...
Today is the first hearing of our legal challenge against the UK Government’s attempts to break encryption
We’re at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal alongside @privacyinternational.org and Apple to find out how our cases will be managed
We’re at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal alongside @privacyinternational.org and Apple to find out how our cases will be managed
September 17, 2026 at 9:07 AM
Today is the first hearing of our legal challenge against the UK Government’s attempts to break encryption
We’re at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal alongside @privacyinternational.org and Apple to find out how our cases will be managed
We’re at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal alongside @privacyinternational.org and Apple to find out how our cases will be managed
Reposted by Liberty
Tomorrow, our legal challenge with @libertyhq.bsky.social against the UK government’s secret surveillance powers is back before the Investigatory Powers Tribunal.
privacyinternational.org/long-read/55...
privacyinternational.org/long-read/55...
About our challenge against the UK's secret powers: Q&A on TCNs and Apple
In March 2025, PI (together with three co-claimants including Liberty) filed a
privacyinternational.org
September 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Tomorrow, our legal challenge with @libertyhq.bsky.social against the UK government’s secret surveillance powers is back before the Investigatory Powers Tribunal.
privacyinternational.org/long-read/55...
privacyinternational.org/long-read/55...
As Andy Burnham begins his first Parliament as Prime Minister, he should take the opportunity to turn a new leaf and reset the Government’s approach to AI.
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/the-ha...
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/the-ha...
The harms are here: why Burnham should put human rights at the heart of the Government’s AI Strategy - Liberty
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
September 16, 2026 at 4:51 PM
As Andy Burnham begins his first Parliament as Prime Minister, he should take the opportunity to turn a new leaf and reset the Government’s approach to AI.
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/the-ha...
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/the-ha...
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September 15, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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Your privacy rights are under threat
🔓Gov forcing tech cos. to break encryption
💻Algorithms that hoover up our data to 'predict' criminality
Liberty is fighting to keep your personal info secure and exposing when it's misused
If you can, please help us here www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/protect-ou...
🔓Gov forcing tech cos. to break encryption
💻Algorithms that hoover up our data to 'predict' criminality
Liberty is fighting to keep your personal info secure and exposing when it's misused
If you can, please help us here www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/protect-ou...
Protect Our Personal Data
Our right to privacy is under threat. Help Liberty defend personal data security, expose hidden misuse and fight for stronger safeguards.
www.crowdfunder.co.uk
September 14, 2026 at 12:46 PM
Your privacy rights are under threat
🔓Gov forcing tech cos. to break encryption
💻Algorithms that hoover up our data to 'predict' criminality
Liberty is fighting to keep your personal info secure and exposing when it's misused
If you can, please help us here www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/protect-ou...
🔓Gov forcing tech cos. to break encryption
💻Algorithms that hoover up our data to 'predict' criminality
Liberty is fighting to keep your personal info secure and exposing when it's misused
If you can, please help us here www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/protect-ou...
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We're hiring a Director of External Affairs to help deliver our ambitious three-year strategy.
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September 13, 2026 at 8:09 AM
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We're hiring a Director of External Affairs to help deliver our ambitious three-year strategy.
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September 11, 2026 at 10:04 AM
We're offering a limited number places for the TCS London Marathon 2027.
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Freedom of expression is a fundamental right protected by law in the UK - but, like many human rights, it's not unlimited
Your free speech questions answered in our handy FAQs www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/FreeSpeechFAQ
Your free speech questions answered in our handy FAQs www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/FreeSpeechFAQ
FAQS: Free speech - Liberty
Can you really say whatever you want in the UK? Can you be arrested for what you post online? Does freedom of expression protect protest?
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
September 10, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Freedom of expression is a fundamental right protected by law in the UK - but, like many human rights, it's not unlimited
Your free speech questions answered in our handy FAQs www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/FreeSpeechFAQ
Your free speech questions answered in our handy FAQs www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/FreeSpeechFAQ
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Police use of facial recognition technology continues to expand without Government oversight.
"What we've had until now is a regulatory 'Wild West' in which police forces up and down the country try to work it out on their own."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8r6g1p8mzlo
"What we've had until now is a regulatory 'Wild West' in which police forces up and down the country try to work it out on their own."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8r6g1p8mzlo
Facial recognition used in Devon for first time
The technology scans faces in crowds from a live camera feed.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 8, 2026 at 6:07 PM
Police use of facial recognition technology continues to expand without Government oversight.
"What we've had until now is a regulatory 'Wild West' in which police forces up and down the country try to work it out on their own."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8r6g1p8mzlo
"What we've had until now is a regulatory 'Wild West' in which police forces up and down the country try to work it out on their own."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8r6g1p8mzlo
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We're hiring a Director of External Affairs to help deliver our ambitious three-year strategy.
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September 7, 2026 at 10:47 AM
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We're hiring a Director of External Affairs to help deliver our ambitious three-year strategy.
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Dangerous artificial Intelligence tools are being rolled out throughout police work without oversight, testing, and transparency.
Add your name to our campaign to call for proper safeguards on police use of AI.
https://action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194304/petition/1
Add your name to our campaign to call for proper safeguards on police use of AI.
https://action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194304/petition/1
I Demand Limits on Police AI
We need safeguards for police use of AI. Take action now 👉
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
September 6, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Dangerous artificial Intelligence tools are being rolled out throughout police work without oversight, testing, and transparency.
Add your name to our campaign to call for proper safeguards on police use of AI.
https://action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194304/petition/1
Add your name to our campaign to call for proper safeguards on police use of AI.
https://action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194304/petition/1
Free speech is a fundamental right.
But to protect it, the Government must take a more consistent approach – one that applies the law fairly and protects everyone's rights.
Read more ⬇️
https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/fundamental/free-speech/
But to protect it, the Government must take a more consistent approach – one that applies the law fairly and protects everyone's rights.
Read more ⬇️
https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/fundamental/free-speech/
Free Speech - Liberty
Free speech is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy and a fundamental right that benefits us all. It must be protected, alongside the right of everyone to live safely and peacefully.
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
September 4, 2026 at 3:55 PM
Free speech is a fundamental right.
But to protect it, the Government must take a more consistent approach – one that applies the law fairly and protects everyone's rights.
Read more ⬇️
https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/fundamental/free-speech/
But to protect it, the Government must take a more consistent approach – one that applies the law fairly and protects everyone's rights.
Read more ⬇️
https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/fundamental/free-speech/
The new Prime Minister has an opportunity to protect our rights and freedoms, now and in the future.
That starts with defending the European Convention on Human Rights.
Add your name:
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194941/...
That starts with defending the European Convention on Human Rights.
Add your name:
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194941/...
Add your name to our petition ✍️
It's time for a reset on rights. Send a message to the new PM.
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
September 3, 2026 at 4:15 PM
The new Prime Minister has an opportunity to protect our rights and freedoms, now and in the future.
That starts with defending the European Convention on Human Rights.
Add your name:
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194941/...
That starts with defending the European Convention on Human Rights.
Add your name:
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194941/...
#OnThisDay 73 years ago, the European Convention on Human Rights came into force.
Since then, it's quietly helped protect and strengthen the rights we all rely on every day.
Learn more about the impact of the ECHR 👇
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/the-re...
Since then, it's quietly helped protect and strengthen the rights we all rely on every day.
Learn more about the impact of the ECHR 👇
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/the-re...
The real impact of the European Convention on Human Rights - Liberty
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
September 3, 2026 at 2:20 PM
#OnThisDay 73 years ago, the European Convention on Human Rights came into force.
Since then, it's quietly helped protect and strengthen the rights we all rely on every day.
Learn more about the impact of the ECHR 👇
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/the-re...
Since then, it's quietly helped protect and strengthen the rights we all rely on every day.
Learn more about the impact of the ECHR 👇
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/issue/the-re...
REVEALED: Local councils are quietly rolling out live facial recognition technology. 📸
Preston and North Tyneside are both operating more than 100 CCTV cameras with live facial recognition installed.
Other local authorities have announced similar plans.
www.thetimes.com/uk/crime/art...
Preston and North Tyneside are both operating more than 100 CCTV cameras with live facial recognition installed.
Other local authorities have announced similar plans.
www.thetimes.com/uk/crime/art...
Councils use facial recognition in AI cameras to target violence
North Tyneside and Preston councils have more than 100 of the CCTV cameras and are scanning for faces in real time to detect aggressive behaviour
www.thetimes.com
September 2, 2026 at 2:32 PM
REVEALED: Local councils are quietly rolling out live facial recognition technology. 📸
Preston and North Tyneside are both operating more than 100 CCTV cameras with live facial recognition installed.
Other local authorities have announced similar plans.
www.thetimes.com/uk/crime/art...
Preston and North Tyneside are both operating more than 100 CCTV cameras with live facial recognition installed.
Other local authorities have announced similar plans.
www.thetimes.com/uk/crime/art...
WE'RE HIRING 🚨
Liberty is seeking a Director of External Affairs to help deliver our ambitious three-year strategy.
- Full time, 35 hours per week
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https://bit.ly/4wIYQwt
Liberty is seeking a Director of External Affairs to help deliver our ambitious three-year strategy.
- Full time, 35 hours per week
- £80,548
- Hybrid, 2 days per week in our Westminster office
- Apply by: 9am Monday 14 September
https://bit.ly/4wIYQwt
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September 2, 2026 at 1:38 PM
WE'RE HIRING 🚨
Liberty is seeking a Director of External Affairs to help deliver our ambitious three-year strategy.
- Full time, 35 hours per week
- £80,548
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- Apply by: 9am Monday 14 September
https://bit.ly/4wIYQwt
Liberty is seeking a Director of External Affairs to help deliver our ambitious three-year strategy.
- Full time, 35 hours per week
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- Hybrid, 2 days per week in our Westminster office
- Apply by: 9am Monday 14 September
https://bit.ly/4wIYQwt
The staggering increase in arrests over the past year is the clearest indicator that the UK’s counter-terror laws are not fit for purpose.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Almost half of terrorism arrests in Great Britain since 9/11 have been in past year
Increase coincides with proscription of Palestine Action last year which has led to thousands of arrests for allegedly supporting the protest group
www.theguardian.com
September 1, 2026 at 8:22 AM
The staggering increase in arrests over the past year is the clearest indicator that the UK’s counter-terror laws are not fit for purpose.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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August 31, 2026 at 8:48 PM
WE'RE HIRING 🚨
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We're looking for an Individual Giving Manager to lead our next phase of increased fundraising.
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The Met police is increasing its use of facial recognition at Notting Hill Carnival this weekend 🚨
If you're attending, make sure you know what your rights are.
https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/FacialRecAdvice
If you're attending, make sure you know what your rights are.
https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/FacialRecAdvice
Police use of facial recognition technology: What are my rights? - Liberty
What is facial recognition technology? How is it used? What are my rights if I am identified using facial recognition technology?
www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
August 27, 2026 at 3:02 PM
The Met police is increasing its use of facial recognition at Notting Hill Carnival this weekend 🚨
If you're attending, make sure you know what your rights are.
https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/FacialRecAdvice
If you're attending, make sure you know what your rights are.
https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/FacialRecAdvice
Police forces in the UK are increasing their use AI tools and predictive algorithms without oversight, testing, and transparency.
We need proper safeguards on this technology. Join our campaign.
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194304/...
We need proper safeguards on this technology. Join our campaign.
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194304/...
I Demand Limits on Police AI
We need safeguards for police use of AI. Take action now 👉
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
August 25, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Police forces in the UK are increasing their use AI tools and predictive algorithms without oversight, testing, and transparency.
We need proper safeguards on this technology. Join our campaign.
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194304/...
We need proper safeguards on this technology. Join our campaign.
action.libertyhumanrights.org.uk/page/194304/...
REVEALED: Public trust in the Government on free speech is falling 🚨
A majority of Britons (51 per cent) say their confidence in the Government to protect their right to express their views, even if it disagrees with them, has worsened over the past two years.
A majority of Britons (51 per cent) say their confidence in the Government to protect their right to express their views, even if it disagrees with them, has worsened over the past two years.
Most Britons believe free speech more restricted under Labour
Public concerns stem from travel bans on political speakers and harder line on protests, poll finds
www.telegraph.co.uk
August 24, 2026 at 9:55 AM
REVEALED: Public trust in the Government on free speech is falling 🚨
A majority of Britons (51 per cent) say their confidence in the Government to protect their right to express their views, even if it disagrees with them, has worsened over the past two years.
A majority of Britons (51 per cent) say their confidence in the Government to protect their right to express their views, even if it disagrees with them, has worsened over the past two years.