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Written question asked by Manuela Perteghella (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 23 April 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 28 April 2025 (named day). It was answered by Diana Johnson (Labour) on Monday, 28 April 2025 on behalf of the Home Office.


Demonstrations

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of the Public Order Act 2023 on (a) freedom of assembly and (b) peaceful protest.

Answer

We have committed to carry out post-legislative scrutiny of the Public Order Act 2023 beginning in May 2025. This process will review how the legislation has operated since it came into force.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
47421
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Demonstrations
Legislation
Public Order Act 2023
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk