EHRC calls for clearer guidance for officers to avoid creating a ‘chilling effect’ on freedom of expression

EHRC calls for clearer guidance for officers to avoid creating a ‘chilling effect’ on freedom of expression

‘Blanket policing approach’ could have a ‘chilling effect’ on free speech rights, says EHRC chairman

LONDON: Britain’s human rights watchdog has urged ministers and police chiefs to avoid “heavy-handed” tactics when policing demonstrations over the war in Gaza, saying that such…

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has written to Home Secretary Yvette Cooper and Met Police commissioner Sir Mark Rowley.