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Kneecap: Terror cops confirm 'grounds for further investigation', politicians push for bans, musicians rally

May 1, 2025
Kurtis Reid, a Belfast Telegraph reporter, brings insight into the whirlwind surrounding Northern Irish rap group Kneecap, who face a political storm over their pro-Palestinian stance. He discusses the calls for their ban from prominent politicians like Tory leader Kemi Badenoch and the ongoing investigation by anti-terror police. The tension between artistic expression and political backlash is palpable, as Reid explores how the band's controversial lyrics and performances have sparked intense public debate about free speech in today's society.
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