​The right to protest is at the core of our democracy. However, with our politics becoming increasingly polarised, there are increasing tensions between maintaining security and preserving civil liberties.

​At this event, our panel will explore how we can manage this balance, considering:

​-How can we defend the right to protest and freedom of expression in a more polarised climate?

​-What role do Parliament, the courts and civil society play in safeguarding democratic freedoms?

​-What role do the European Convention on Human Rights and the judiciary play in safeguarding democratic space?

​-How can we rebuild democratic trust at a time of deep political and social division?