British screenwriter Paul Laverty, known for his work on Ken Loach's film "I, Daniel Blake," was arrested during a pro-Palestine protest in Edinburgh. Laverty was charged under anti-terrorism laws, reportedly for wearing a shirt bearing messages related to Palestine, including the words "Genocide in Palestine" and "Action." Authorities allege that his support was linked to a banned group. Separately, reports indicate that another British individual was arrested for a patriotic painting spree and shouting at a Muslim, while a different person was detained for expressing a pro-bacon statement outside a mosque in the UK. These incidents highlight heightened tensions and strict policing measures surrounding expressions of political and cultural identity in the country.
Screenwriter Paul Laverty, known for 'I, Daniel Blake', was arrested at a pro-Palestine protest in Edinburgh for supporting a banned group https://t.co/M6fPBu99XH
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