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Can politicians use any image?
Political parties have more leeway than individuals to use images, especially if it's for satire or commentary. However, using an image for commercial purposes, like selling merchandise, usually requires permission from the copyright holder. Stanley Chow's claim hinges on the Tories selling items, not just displaying the image, making it a commercial use.
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