Petition: UK Police Must Stop Arresting People for Free Speech Online

Police in the UK are allegedly arresting around 30 people each day for things they’ve posted online—most of them just sharing opinions or expressing frustration. These aren’t violent threats. Many are harmless social media posts or private messages. Free speech shouldn’t be treated like a crime.

Recent examples show individuals facing police action for messages sent on WhatsApp or comments made on Facebook. Critics say this trend is growing and threatens open debate in a democratic society. The right to voice unpopular or uncomfortable truths—whether about politics, the environment, or injustice—is essential.

The UK government must urgently review the laws and police guidelines that are allowing this crackdown on harmless expression. If we don’t act now, we risk slipping into a society where challenging the norm becomes punishable.

Sign the petition now to defend free speech before it’s too late.

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