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Protesting, What's Allowed Under the Public Order Act 2023?

Protesting, What's Allowed Under the Public Order Act 2023?

Update: 2025-09-30

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In today's episode we are explaining legislation designed to prevent serious disorder at protesting events under Sections 1 to 9 of the Public Order Act 2023, including definitions and some real life practical examples.

At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.

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Today's legislation can be found at:

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/15/contents

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Protesting, What's Allowed Under the Public Order Act 2023?

Protesting, What's Allowed Under the Public Order Act 2023?

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