Cambridge University Granted Temporary Ban on Pro-Palestine Protests During Graduation

High Court rejects Cambridge's bid for a five-year protest ban but issues a limited injunction for upcoming graduation events.

The High Court approved a temporary injunction prohibiting pro-Palestine protests at Cambridge University's Senate House and yard during a graduation ceremony on Saturday.
Cambridge's request for a five-year campus-wide ban on Israel-Palestine-related protests was denied, with the court citing insufficient justification and procedural fairness concerns.
The judge noted that Cambridge failed to present a complete account of past protest disruptions, as 10 graduation ceremonies reportedly went ahead without interference last year.
Protest group Cambridge for Palestine criticized the university's legal actions, alleging an attempt to suppress freedom of expression and activism on campus.
The university plans to monitor future events and may apply for additional temporary injunctions for upcoming graduation ceremonies in March and April.