Corbyn Doubles Down in Support of Kneecap as Counter Terror Police Launch Investigation – Guido Fawkes

Corbyn Doubles Down in Support of Kneecap as Counter Terror Police Launch Investigation

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On the same morning that counter terror police began a full investigation into Kneecap one man has come out in support of the band. You guessed it…

Jezza’s Peace and Justice Project has released statement backing the trio:

“This past week has seen a clear, concerted attempt to censor and ultimately deplatform @KNEECAPCEOL. In a democracy, no political figures or political parties should have the right to dictate who does and does not play at music festivals or gigs. The question of agreeing with KNEECAP’s political views is irrelevant: it is in the key interests of every artist that all creative expression be protected in a society that values culture, and that this interference campaign is condemned and ridiculed.”

A classic doubling down after Corbo did a video with the group in 2023 and called them “inspiring.” Labour MP David Taylor asked in the Commons this week if Corbyn would apologise. There’s your answer…