Artists and Celebrities Unite Against Censorship of Pro-Palestine Views

Over 1,300 British and Irish actors, artists, writers, and musicians have signed a petition calling for an end to the censorship of pro-Palestinian views by art institutions. The petition, sponsored by Artists for Palestine UK, highlights the violence in Gaza and accuses cultural organizations of repressing and silencing Palestinian voices. The letter cites several incidents of censorship, including the cancellation of exhibitions, book events, and the targeting of artists who express solidarity with Palestinians. The signatories argue that staying silent in the face of injustice would be a moral failure, and that silencing artists is a violation of freedom of expression and anti-discrimination obligations.