The British government has published a new definition of extremism in response to a surge in hate crimes following Hamas’ October 7 attacks on Israel, a move critics warn could threaten free speech.

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain unveiled a new definition of extremism on Thursday in response to an eruption of hate crimes against Jews and Muslims since the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, although ...

In a fundamental attack on democratic rights, the British government announced its new definition of “extremism” Thursday. It marks a new stage in the criminalisation of protest and free speech. The ...

LONDON (Reuters) -Britain unveiled a new definition of extremism on Thursday in response to an eruption of hate crimes against Jews and Muslims since the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, although ...

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak earlier this month hit out at 'mob rule' after recent pro-Palestinian protests - Copyright AFP/File STR UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak ...

The British government is broadening its definition of “extremism”. On Sunday, the Observer revealed that Communities Secretary Michael Gove is close to finalising a review of “non-violent extremism” ...

Government plans to broaden its definition of extremism to try to tackle growing Islamist and far-right activity in the UK has sparked alarm among religious groups. The current definition – "vocal or ...

LONDON, March 14 (Reuters) - Britain unveiled a on Thursday to counter a surge in hate crimes, raising some concerns it would inhibit free speech and unfairly target Muslim groups. The previous ...