Criminalising protest

How did a Bristol grandmother end up with a 20 month prison sentence for taking part in a peaceful protest?
How did the law change after the acquittal of the Colston 4 to prevent future protestors talking about the issues that motivated their actions in court?
Why did the police think they could arrest a man in Oxford for criticising the King?
Is it true that, in the words of Liberty lawyer Katy Watts, “broad anti-protest laws are shutting down people’s freedom of expression”?
In this session, we will explore how non-violent dissent has been increasingly criminalised and police powers extended. Is it a long-term drift or a recent lurch towards authoritarianism?

Our panel will include:
Olivia Chessel, criminal defence barrister.
Kat Hobbs, Communications Coordinator, Netpol.
Gaie Delap, Bristol grandmother.