The Take She took on Britain’s Palestine Action ban. Then she won.
Feb 17, 2026
Huda Ammori, co-founder of Palestine Action and activist who organized direct actions against arms firms, talks about the effects of the proscription and the High Court ruling. She describes fear and legal fallout for supporters. She recounts prison treatment, targeted companies, media misinformation, and the government's planned appeal.
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Shock Of Being Labelled Terrorist
- Huda Ammori described the shock and uncertainty when Palestine Action was first slated to be proscribed as a terrorist organization.
- She said the designation instantly upended members' lives, support teams, and media collaborators who feared criminal liability.
Personal Cost Of Remand Detentions
- Huda recounted learning she'd face 15 months in prison on remand and the distress that caused her and others.
- She highlighted that many detainees were held long pre-trial and treated like terrorists despite not being convicted.
Prison Restrictions Highlight Stigma
- Huda described harsh prison restrictions, like being denied simple items and social contact because inmates were labeled terrorists.
- She contrasted those rules with more lenient treatment of violent offenders on the same wing.