Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
Gregor Young

Public Order Bill passed in Westminster despite concerns over human rights

THE controversial Public Order Bill has been passed at Westminster by 276 votes to 231.

The bill would introduce new laws governing protests in England, as well as powers police have to stop and search people.

It received the backing of 276 MPs, 275 Conservative and one independent Rob Roberts.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.