RismadarVoice Reporters
September 28, 2026
More than 50 people have been arrested during a demonstration in support of the proscribed Palestine Action group outside the Labour Party conference in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Merseyside Police confirmed the arrests following the protest on Sunday near the conference venue, where demonstrators gathered to oppose the government’s decision to proscribe Palestine Action.
Police said some of those attending displayed material expressing support for the organisation, which was proscribed under UK terrorism legislation in 2025.
Officers subsequently began making arrests on suspicion of offences relating to wearing or carrying articles supporting a proscribed organisation.
More than 250 protesters reportedly participated in the demonstration, with some carrying signs expressing support for Palestine Action.
Merseyside Police said it recognised the right of members of the public to participate in lawful demonstrations while maintaining that officers had a responsibility to preserve public order and safety.
The demonstration was organised by Defend Our Juries, which has campaigned against the government’s decision to ban Palestine Action.
Protesters called for the proscription to be discussed at the Labour Party conference and argued that the ban was restricting legitimate political expression and peaceful protest.
British musician Robert Del Naja, a member of Massive Attack, was among those arrested in connection with demonstrations surrounding the conference.
His arrest occurred on Saturday after he displayed material expressing support for Palestine Action.
The demonstrations have also attracted criticism from human rights campaigners.
Amnesty International UK Chief Executive Kerry Moscogiuri criticised the arrests and argued that peaceful protest remained an important means through which citizens could challenge government policies.
The controversy surrounding Palestine Action has continued since the organisation was proscribed, with thousands of arrests reportedly made during demonstrations opposing the ban.
Supporters of the prohibition maintain that the government was justified in acting against the organisation under terrorism legislation, while opponents argue that the measure has resulted in excessive restrictions on peaceful expression and protest.
The legality of the proscription has also been challenged through the courts, with further legal proceedings expected.
The latest arrests came as thousands of delegates and visitors gathered in Liverpool for the Labour Party conference, which runs from September 26 to 30.
Merseyside Police had announced an increased security presence ahead of the conference, including uniformed and plain-clothes officers and specialist policing resources.
The dispute over Palestine Action is expected to remain a subject of political and legal debate as opponents of the ban continue campaigning for its reversal.
