Overview
- The Metropolitan Police's Counter-Terrorism Internet Referral Unit is reviewing footage from Kneecap's 2023 and 2024 gigs for potential legal breaches.
- Kemi Badenoch, Conservative leader, has called for the prosecution of the group, citing their alleged incitement to violence and glorification of terrorism.
- Katie Amess, daughter of murdered MP Sir David Amess, has urged the band to apologize for their remarks, labeling them as dangerous rhetoric.
- Taoiseach Micheál Martin has requested that Kneecap clarify their stance on Hamas and Hezbollah and denounce any threats against public representatives.
- A Labour MP has written to Glastonbury organizers, urging the removal of Kneecap from the festival lineup due to the controversy surrounding their statements.