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November 21, 2024

Essex Police drops ‘misguided and chilling’ action against Allison Pearson

Media law expert David Banks says Essex Police should have done its homework.

Two police officers and two demonstrators standing in a group, all with their faces obscured by Press Gazette. Protester holding Pakistan-linked flag — Part of a now-deleted Allison Pearson X post which appears to have prompted a police visit. Faces obscured by Press Gazette. Source: Twitter

Update: On 21 November Essex Police said it had dropped its investigation into Allison Pearson’s tweet.

The force said: “We investigate crimes reported to us without fear or favour.

“We’re sometimes faced with allegations of crime where people have strong opposing views.

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