Sally Rooney News

politics2 hours ago•1 min saved

UK Immigration Blocks Climate Scholar Andreas Malm Ahead of Palestine Action Conference

Swedish climate academic Andreas Malm was denied entry to the UK by immigration officials who deemed his presence not conducive to the public good. The ban prevents him from speaking at a Tribune magazine conference alongside Huda Ammori, a co-founder of the banned group Palestine Action. Malm called the decision scandalous, while Sally Rooney described it as cultural self-harm. The Home Office declined to comment on individual cases.

via The Guardian|

#andreas-malm #free-speech #palestine-action

culture6 days ago•3 min saved

Rooney’s UK Sales Vanish as Anti-Terror Law Triggers Bookstore Scramble

Faber & Faber has ceased supplying Sally Rooney’s novels in the UK after she pledged royalties to the proscribed group Palestine Action. This legal move, not an official ban, has caused a 291% spike in sales for remaining stock and triggered a cross-border supply chain from Ireland. High-profile writers and actors have condemned the outcome as censorship, while critics argue the publisher’s caution is a rational response to strict anti-terror laws.

via The Guardian|

#censorship #culture #faber-and-faber

arts-and-culture7 days ago

Rooney’s UK Books Vanish as Stars Rally Against Anti-Terror Law

Faber & Faber has halted UK sales of Sally Rooney’s novels after she pledged royalties to the proscribed group Palestine Action. The move triggered a 291% sales spike as readers rushed to buy remaining stock, while actors and writers signed open letters condemning the action as censorship. The publisher cited legal risks under the Terrorism Act, though the books are not officially banned, just unavailable for restocking.

via Variety|

#arts-and-culture #faber-and-faber #free-speech

censorship8 days ago

Cultural heavyweights sign open letter demanding UK repeal of anti-terror laws after Sally Rooney book ban

Dozens of prominent actors, writers, and activists have signed an open letter condemning the UK government’s use of anti-terror legislation to ban the sale of Irish novelist Sally Rooney’s books. The letter, published on the cover of the New Statesman, describes the situation as a 'repressive absurdity' and urges the government to amend the laws. The controversy stems from Rooney’s pledge to donate royalties to Palestine Action, a group designated as a terrorist organization in the UK, which led her publisher, Faber & Faber, to halt UK sales to avoid legal liability. The Supreme Court is set to hear a case regarding the ban in two weeks.

via Al Jazeera|

#censorship #free-speech #palestine-action

politics12 days ago

Met Police clear national security adviser’s wife of criminal liability over Palestine Action post

The Metropolitan Police confirmed on Saturday that no further action will be taken against Sarah Helm, wife of UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell, after she posted on X supporting the proscribed group Palestine Action. The post, made in defense of author Sally Rooney, was assessed by specialist officers and determined not to meet the criminal threshold. While pro-Israel groups had called for her arrest, the government maintained that Helm’s views do not represent the state. This decision follows a week of intense scrutiny over the proscription of Palestine Action, which has led to thousands of arrests and the withdrawal of Rooney’s books from UK shelves.

via BBC|

#jonathan-powell #metropolitan-police #palestine-action

politics12 days ago•3 min saved

Police Assess Post by National Security Adviser’s Wife Supporting Proscribed Group

Metropolitan Police are assessing a social media post by Sarah Helm, wife of UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell, in which she expressed support for the proscribed group Palestine Action. The post, made in defense of author Sally Rooney, has triggered calls for Powell to resign or denounce the views, while Downing Street maintains Helm does not represent the government. The incident highlights tensions over the proscription of Palestine Action, which has led to thousands of arrests and a pending Supreme Court challenge.

via Middle East Eye|

#jonathan-powell #palestine-action #politics

politics13 days ago

UK Security Adviser’s Wife Faces Legal Scrutiny Over Palestine Action Post

Metropolitan Police are assessing a social media post by Sarah Helm, wife of UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell, in which she expressed support for the proscribed group Palestine Action. The post, made in defense of author Sally Rooney, has triggered calls for Powell to resign or denounce the views, while Downing Street maintains Helm does not represent the government. The incident highlights tensions over the proscription of Palestine Action, which has led to thousands of arrests and a pending Supreme Court challenge.

via Al Jazeera|

#free-speech #jonathan-powell #palestine-action

culture-and-politics13 days ago•4 min saved

Faber halts UK distribution of Sally Rooney’s novels over Palestine Action pledge

Irish novelist Sally Rooney’s books are no longer being supplied to UK retailers by her publisher, Faber, because Rooney pledged to donate royalties to Palestine Action, a group designated as a terrorist organization in Britain. The withdrawal, announced on October 15, 2026, stems from UK legislation that prohibits passing funds to proscribed groups. While physical copies remain on shelves, new sales and digital editions have been removed. The move has sparked debate over free speech and the application of terrorism laws to protest groups.

via France 24|

#culture-and-politics #faber #free-speech

politics13 days ago•0 min saved

Met Police Assess Post by National Security Adviser’s Wife Supporting Proscribed Group

Metropolitan Police are assessing a social media post by Sarah Helm, wife of UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell, which referenced support for the proscribed group Palestine Action. The post, made in defense of author Sally Rooney, has triggered calls for Powell to resign or denounce the views, while Downing Street maintains Helm does not represent the government. The incident highlights tensions over the proscription of Palestine Action, which has led to thousands of arrests and a pending Supreme Court challenge.

via BBC|

#jonathan-powell #palestine-action #politics

politics-and-society14 days ago•0 min saved

Faber Halts UK Sales of Sally Rooney’s Novels Due to Terrorism Law Conflict

Irish novelist Sally Rooney’s books are no longer being supplied to UK retailers by her publisher, Faber, because Rooney pledged to donate royalties to Palestine Action, a group designated as a terrorist organization in Britain. The withdrawal, announced on October 15, 2026, stems from UK legislation that prohibits passing funds to proscribed groups. While physical copies remain on shelves, new sales and digital editions have been removed. The move has sparked debate over free speech and the application of terrorism laws to protest groups.

via Al Jazeera|

#faber-and-faber #free-speech #palestine-action

politics14 days ago•130 min saved

Faber Halts UK Sales of Sally Rooney’s Books to Avoid Terrorism Law Liability

Irish author Sally Rooney and her UK publisher, Faber & Faber, have agreed to stop supplying her books to UK retailers. The decision stems from Rooney’s pledge to donate royalties to Palestine Action, a group designated as a terrorist organization in the UK. Under the Terrorism Act 2000, passing on royalties could constitute funding a proscribed group. While existing stock may remain on shelves, new distribution has ceased. The move coincides with a pending Supreme Court challenge to the group’s ban.

via AP News|

#andy-burnham #faber-and-faber #palestine-action

culture14 days ago•8 min saved

Sally Rooney's UK Books Ceased Over Palestine Action Royalty Pledge

Irish author Sally Rooney's books will no longer be sold in the UK after her publisher, Faber & Faber, announced they cannot pass on royalties due to her pledge to support the proscribed group Palestine Action. The move, framed as a joint legal strategy, highlights the absurdity of UK anti-terrorism laws that equate direct-action protests with groups like ISIS. While Rooney's works remain available globally, the decision has sparked debate over censorship, with critics calling it a brave stand against overreach and opponents labeling it support for terrorism.

via Slate|

#censorship #culture #faber-and-faber

world14 days ago•1 min saved

Sally Rooney's UK books withdrawn as publisher cites terrorism law conflict

Irish author Sally Rooney and her publisher, Faber, have agreed to halt the supply of her books to UK retailers. This decision follows Rooney's public pledge to donate royalties to Palestine Action, a group designated as a terrorist organization in Britain. Faber stated that current UK legislation prevents them from passing on earnings to Rooney without risking criminal liability. While existing stock may remain on shelves, new distribution has ceased. The move highlights tensions between anti-terrorism laws and artistic expression, with a Supreme Court challenge to the group's ban scheduled for November.

via CBS News|

#faber #free-speech #palestine-action

culture15 days ago•29 min saved

Sally Rooney's Novels Withdrawn from UK Over Palestine Action Support

Sally Rooney and her publisher, Faber, have agreed to stop supplying her books to UK retailers because Rooney pledged to donate royalties to Palestine Action, a group designated as a terrorist organization in the UK. While existing physical stock may remain on shelves, new sales are halted to avoid violating UK terrorism laws. The move highlights tensions between anti-terrorism legislation and artistic freedom, with a Supreme Court challenge to the ban scheduled for next month.

via The Cut|

#culture #faber #free-speech

arts-and-culture15 days ago•1 min saved

Faber halts UK distribution of Sally Rooney’s novels after Palestine Action pledge

Irish novelist Sally Rooney has agreed with her publisher, Faber, to stop supplying her books to UK retailers. The decision follows Rooney’s public pledge to support Palestine Action, a group proscribed as a terrorist organization in the UK in July 2025. Faber stated that UK legislation prevents them from passing on royalties to Rooney, as doing so could constitute a criminal offense. While new stock will not be supplied, existing physical copies in bookstores may remain on shelves. Rooney has sold over 2.3 million copies in the UK, and her novels, including 'Normal People' and 'Conversations With Friends', were adapted into hit TV series. The move highlights tensions between anti-terrorism laws and artistic freedom, with a Supreme Court challenge to the group’s ban scheduled for November.

via BBC|

#arts-and-culture #faber #free-speech