BVRAAM, you come across as exceptionally patronising. If you read more carefully you’ll note that I clearly mention Parliamentary privilege applying “in other circumstances”. In other words, not to this particular case.
Your position seems to be grounded in the mistaken idea that the right of free expression is accompanied by an entitlement to a platform. The Cenotaph fits most people’s definition of an inappropriate platform for any message besides one of remembrance, especially around Armistice Day. ‘Silencing’ XR’s act is no more a breach of free speech than broadcasters and masters of ceremonies pulling the plug on speakers as they ramble off-topic, or councils cleaning off graffiti.
Last edited by Easy Street; 12th Nov 2020 at 23:33.