Haringey and the Prevention of Terrorism Act

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This document outlines the programme for a day conference organised by the Haringey Council Police Research Unit on the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA). Held on 23 November at Earlham School, Wood Green, the event brought together community members, activists, and experts to discuss the impact of the PTA on policing and civil liberties. It included talks by Councillor Bernie Grant and other prominent speakers, workshops, and opportunities for public discussion.

Key points:
– The conference took place on Saturday 23rd November at Earlham School, Wood Green.
– Speakers included Bernie Grant, Leader of Haringey Council; barrister Helena Kennedy; and Father Bobby Gilmore.
– Workshops addressed topics such as the impact of the PTA on families, women, criminal law, police repression, and media representation of the Irish community.
– The event was supported by local groups including the Haringey Irish Association, Connolly Association, National Council for Civil Liberties, and Haringey Trades Union Council.
– Attendance was free, and provisions were made for creche facilities and lunch to encourage broad community participation.

Bernie Grant, an influential Black British politician and activist, was known for his commitment to challenging oppressive policing and defending civil liberties. This conference exemplifies local efforts, often led or supported by Grant, to resist racially discriminatory policing laws like the Prevention of Terrorism Act during the 1980s and 1990s. It highlights community organising linking issues of anti-racism, policing, and international solidarity in Haringey.

Source note: The OCR transcript is clear and detailed for this one-page conference programme, enabling accurate interpretation without notable quality issues.