Political Protests and Monuments in Britain

This chapter explores the intersection of public protests, particularly concerning Palestine, and the political symbolism of monuments like the Cenotaph in Britain. It highlights how state responses and media narratives frame these protests as threats to British identity, influencing policing strategies and legal definitions of free speech versus hate speech. The discussion also touches on political ramifications, including the fallouts from ministerial statements and the ongoing tensions surrounding public expressions of support for Palestine.