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Prosecution of Palestine Action barrister has left lawyers ‘uncertain and scared'
Rajiv Menon KC faces contempt of court charges over a closing speech in a Palestine Action trial, causing concern among UK legal professionals about restricted speech. The trial judge referred the case to the High Court, asserting a 'case to answer,' despite prior appeals questioning the process.
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