News · 12 May 2026

Palestine Action lawyer wins court appeal

Human rights barrister Rajiv Menon KC is contesting contempt of court proceedings at the Court of Appeal. He was referred by Mr Justice Johnson following his closing speech in a January 2026 Palestine Action trial, where he allegedly invited jurors to acquit based on conscience. Judgment from the Court of Appeal remains pending.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 May 2026 at 15:54

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