Newgate Solicitors has confirmed it is representing a client facing a Palestine Action Group charge in proceedings due to be heard at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. As part of the defence, a Newgate solicitor will personally cross-examine a sitting Birmingham MP when she gives evidence at trial.

The case has already attracted attention given the seriousness of any prosecution connected to Palestine Action, which remains a proscribed organisation under the Terrorism Act 2000. Anyone facing a Palestine Action Group charge deserves the same rigorous, fair defence as in any other criminal matter and that is exactly what Newgate Solicitors intends to provide.

What Happened?

The allegation centres on correspondence said to have been sent to the MP, reportedly including material connected to Palestine Action. The Palestine Action Group charge now forms the basis of criminal proceedings at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, which is the designated venue in England and Wales for hearing protest-related and public order prosecutions.

Our client denies the allegation. As with any criminal case, the prosecution must prove its case to the required standard, and nothing described here should be taken as an established fact until tested at trial.

Key Details of the Case

• The matter is being heard at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, the specialist venue for protest-related prosecutions.
• The Palestine Action Group charge relates to correspondence allegedly sent to a Member of Parliament.
• The MP is expected to give evidence and will be cross-examined by the defence.
• Newgate Solicitors is instructed to represent the defendant throughout the proceedings.

Why Westminster Magistrates’ Court?

Westminster Magistrates’ Court has jurisdiction over a range of nationally significant and protest-related cases, including many matters connected to proscribed organisations. This means cases involving a Palestine Action Group charge are often centralised there rather than heard at a local magistrates’ court, reflecting the wider public interest and legal significance such cases can carry.

Legal or Wider Significance

Palestine Action was proscribed as a terrorist organisation under the Terrorism Act 2000 in July 2025. Following legal challenges, the Court of Appeal upheld that proscription in June 2026, meaning it remains a criminal offence to belong to, support, or invite support for the organisation.

Since proscription, a significant number of arrests and prosecutions connected to Palestine Action have followed, making any Palestine Action Group charge a serious matter that can carry substantial penalties. This context matters: it means cases of this kind are being closely watched by campaigners, civil liberties groups, and the courts alike, and defendants need experienced legal representation who understand both the criminal process and the wider legal landscape.

What This Means Under UK Law

It is important to distinguish between an allegation, a charge, and a conviction. Being charged in relation to Palestine Action does not mean guilt has been established, it means the prosecution intends to put its case before the court.

Offences connected to a proscribed organisation can include actions such as expressing support, wearing or displaying material connected to the group, or inviting others to support it. A Palestine Action Group charge must still be proven by the prosecution beyond reasonable doubt, and the defendant retains the right to a full and fair trial, including the right to challenge witnesses through cross-examination, which is exactly what will happen in this case.

How Newgate Solicitors Can Help

Facing a Palestine Action Group charge, or any charge connected to a proscribed organisation, can be daunting. Newgate Solicitors provides:

• Experienced criminal defence representation at every stage of proceedings
• Thorough preparation for trial, including witness cross-examination
• Clear, practical advice on the legal process and what to expect
• Support for clients facing protest-related or terrorism-connected allegations

Our approach is to test the evidence rigorously, challenge assumptions, and ensure our clients receive the fair hearing they are entitled to under UK law.

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