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No further action against government adviser's wife over Palestine Action post, police say
BBC • • world
Key Points:
- Sarah Helm, wife of the UK government's national security adviser, will face no further police action after posting on social media referencing Palestine Action.
- Helm's post was reviewed by specialist officers who concluded it did not meet the threshold for criminal investigation.
- The post was initially flagged for assessment by the Metropolitan Police following concerns about potential support for Palestine Action, a proscribed terrorist organisation since July 2025.
- Palestine Action is banned for its activities opposing Israel, with support punishable by up to 14 years in prison.
- Author Sally Rooney announced she would donate her royalties to Palestine Action, leading to UK booksellers deciding not to supply her novels.
