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Network for Police Monitoring monitors and resists excessive, discriminatory and violent policing in England, Wales and Scotland
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Netpol stands in solidarity with US Legal Observers facing brutal repression from ICE agents and police.

We send our love & rage to the family & comrades of Renée Nicole Good, executed on the street as she & her wife sought to bear witness to the racist violence inflicted in their home city.
The Network for Police Monitoring stands in solidarity with Legal Observers in Minneapolis facing brutal violence from police and border forces. We send our love and rage to the family and comrades of Renée Nicole Good, executed on the street as she and her wife Becca Good sought to bear witness to the racist violence inflicted on marginalised and migrant people in their home city: the raids, disappearances and executions currently taking place across the United States. Legal Observing is a simple act of solidarity. Legal Observers underpin efforts to resist state repression, bearing witness to police abuse of power so that violence is recorded and redress is possible. In Britain that abuse of power is purposeful and targeted at marginalised, migrant and racialised people. Here, as in the US, police and border enforcers detain, deport, injure and kill with impunity. The British state, like others across the Global North, has blood on its own hands for the inhumane border regimes and hostile environment policies which continue to result in preventable deaths. And here, as in the US, Legal Observers are subject to worsening violence and restraint. This is not exceptional to the US, but an escalating global system of border and police brutality. Netpol stands with all Legal Observers, Copwatchers, anti-raids and migrant solidarity organisers who are committed to a just and equitable world. We stand, always, with those killed, injured, detained and deported by police and border forces, and with their families. We call on all liberation movements to continue to support and centre those most at risk of state violence: Black, brown and racialised people, migrant people, Muslim people, trans and disabled people. We recognise that intensification of border violence is only one tactic in a colonial project of control, and will continue our work accordingly. We believe in a future free of police violence, with freedom of movement and adequate resources available to all.
January 9, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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Whatever presents you received in your stocking for Christmas today, only one thing is certain.

Merry Christmas, to everyone celebrating this morning 🎅🏼
Graffiti on a bridge in Hackney, which reads "Change is the only certain thing"
December 25, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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We've been celebrating the #12DayOfACAB by sharing a key piece of Know Your Rights advice every day!

Will you celebrate 13/12 with us by making a donation to Netpol? We're asking for people give £13 a month for £12 months to help us figth against police repression.

#ACABDay #ACAB
The 12 days of ACAB: 1) No comment is the safest answer to police quesstions. 2) You don't need to give personal details under any stop and search powers. 3) Ask 'Under What Power?' to challenge the police to act lawfully. 4) If arrested, use a recommended solicitor with protest experience. 5) Don't accept a caution without specific legal advice. 6) Don't talk to police liasion officers - they are gathering intelligence on you! 7) Carry a bustcard with key advice and legal support numbers 8) look out for legal observers - they're thre to support you. 9) Get advice - call the GBC protest support line on 07946541511 10) Security = Solidarity. Fight back against police surveillance! 11) Wear a mask to protect your health and privacy. 12) Police station and court support means no one faces the state alone - don't leave your friends behind!
December 13, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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On #ACABDay we've been asked to re-share our #12DaysofACAB advice. Don't forget, we need your help to sustain Netpol's work resisting oppressive policing, with £13 a month for 12 months – 13 for 12 –but only if you can afford it pay.gocardless.com/BRT000478FPV...

Anyway here's our Top 12...
Top of the Pops Logo from the 1980s
December 13, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Happy #ACABDay to those who are marking this special day!

We need your help to sustain Netpol's work resisting oppressive policing, with £13 a month for 12 months – 13 for 12 –but only if you can afford it pay.gocardless.com/BRT000478FPV...

If you can't, please share our #12DaysofACAB posts
All we want for Christmas is an end to police repression. 13/12 ACAB Day
December 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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"Twas the night before ACAB and in these darkest of hours, all were now ready, with "under what powers"...

Tomorrow is 13/12, #ACABDay, when we need your help to sustain Netpol's work with £13 a month for 12 months - but only if you can afford it. If you can't, please share our #12DaysofACAB posts
All we want for Christmas is an end to police repression. 13/12 ACAB Day
December 12, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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On the twelfth day of ACAB, my true love said to me... "DON'T LEAVE YOUR FRIENDS BEHIND – police station and court support means no one faces the state alone. Get organised!" greenandblackcross.org/guides/polic...

#12DaysOfACAB
The 12 Days of ACAB, Day 12: "DON'T LEAVE YOUR FRIENDS BEHIND – police station and court support means no one faces the state alone. Get organised!"
December 12, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Face masks at protests: if not now, when? netpol.org/2025/04/02/f...
Palestine solidarity protesters wearing a keffiyeh across their face, stands in front of a number 19 bus go Hyde Park Corner
December 11, 2025 at 8:42 AM
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On the eleventh day of ACAB, my true love said to me... "WEAR A MASK – it's not illegal to wear a mask! Protect your health and privacy!" solidarity.netpol.org/wear-a-mask/

#12DaysOfACAB
The 12 Days of ACAB, Day 11: "WEAR A MASK – it's not illegal to wear a mask! Protect your health and privacy!"
December 11, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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Bristol crew - don't miss this public meeting tonight!

Police have attacked antifascist demonstrators in the city, and a community response is needed to help stand against the far right.

Read more about this: netpol.org/2025/12/03/bristol-anti-fascists-statement-on-police-violence
December 10, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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On the tenth day of ACAB, my true love said to me... "SECURITY IS SOLIDARITY – digital security matters, don't let police surveillance threaten your group"

Find helpful resources at solidarity.netpol.org
#12DaysOfACAB
The 12 Days of ACAB, Day 10: "SECURITY IS SOLIDARITY – digital security matters, don't let police surveillance threaten your group"
December 10, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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On the ninth day of ACAB, my true love said to me... "GET ADVICE
– call the GBC Protest Support Line on 07946 541511 if you have legal questions about protests"

And remember, this too is staffed by volunteers #12DaysOfACAB
The 12 Days of ACAB, Day 9: "GET ADVICE – call the GBC Protest Support Line on 07946 541511 if you have legal questions about protests"
December 9, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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On the eighth day of ACAB, my true love said to me... "LOOK OUT FOR THE LEGAL OBSERVERS – they're there to monitor the police and support protesters" #12DaysOfACAB
The 12 Days of ACAB, Day 8: "LOOK OUT FOR THE LEGAL OBSERVERS – they're there to monitor the police and support protesters"
December 8, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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There certainly is, from legal observers involved in the Scottish Community and Activist Legal Project (SCALP). They also have a great Know Your Rights video www.scottishactivistlegalproject.co.uk/know-your-ri...
Screen shot of the SCALP know your rights video at the point when it covers bust cards. This shows an orange card leaded "legal info*
December 7, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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On the seventh day of ACAB, my true love said to me... "CARRY A BUST CARD – they have key advice and legal support numbers. Grab one from a legal observer or the @gbclegal.bsky.social website" greenandblackcross.org/guides/bustc... #12DaysOfACAB
The 12 Days of ACAB, Day 7: "CARRY A BUST CARD – they have key advice and legal support numbers. Grab one from a legal observer or the GBC website"
December 7, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Are you wondering, what are Police Liaison Officers? They're intelligence gatherers and, with a bar that's already set low, particularly sneaky and duplicitous. Watch this clip to find out more
December 6, 2025 at 8:22 AM
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This kind of action is a great way to help others know there are intelligence gatherers hovering in our protests. You can download these placards created by @darrencullen.bsky.social here www.spellingmistakescostlives.com/policeprotes...
Protesters hold signs saying "don't talk to them" and "don't talk to 'blue bib' cops. They're here to gather intelligence on you and other protesters", as two "police liaison officers " look on nervously
December 6, 2025 at 8:03 AM
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On the sixth day of ACAB, my true love said to me... "DON'T TALK TO THEM – Police Liaison Officers are there to gather information on you and your friends " #12DaysOfACAB
The 12 Days of ACAB, Day 6: DON'T TALK TO THEM – Police Liaison Officers are there to gather information on you and your friends
December 6, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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On the fifth day of ACAB, my true love said to me... "NO CAUTION – a caution is a legal admission of guilt – it's an easy win for the police"
#12DaysOfACAB
The 12 Days of ACAB, Day 5 – NO CAUTION – a caution is a legal admission of guilt – it's an easy win for the police #12DaysOfACAB
December 5, 2025 at 8:03 AM
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If you live in Bristol, @bristolantifascist.bsky.social has organised a public meeting about police attacks on protesting against the far right. It's next Wednesday (10 December) starting at 7pm at the Unitarian Meeting Hall in Brunswick Square, St Paul's
Antifascist Demonstration Under Police Attack – panel discussion on recent antifascist organising. Q&A and discussion. Campaign stalls and informal chats. Free hot drinks & snacks. Wednesday 10 December Unitarian Meeting Hall Brunswick Square, St Paul's, Bristol. Doors: 18.30. Panel starts 19.00. End 21.30
December 4, 2025 at 7:57 AM
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A guest post from one of the Bristol antifascists who was brutally assaulted by officers from Avon & Somerset Police during a counter-protest on 15 November:

"One person was knocked unconscious, one had a tooth knocked out, and several people ended up with concussion" netpol.org/2025/12/03/b...
Police officers kettle counter demonstrators outside the Mercure hotel in Bristol
December 4, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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On the fourth day of ACAB, my true love said to me... "NO DUTY SOLICITOR – use one of Netpol's recommended solicitors with protest experience" netpol.org/solicitors/
#12DaysOfACAB
The 12 Days of ACAB, Day 4: "NO DUTY SOLICITOR – use one of Netpol's recommended solicitors with protest experience". #12DaysOfACAB
December 4, 2025 at 7:34 AM
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We are counting down to Netpol's winter fundraiser on 13th December (13/12) #ACABDay – because all we want for Christmas is an end to police repression
All we want for Christmas is an end to police repression. ACAB 13/12 Day
December 3, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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Bristol anti-fascists have been under attack from police. Join the public meeting on Weds 10 Dec to show your soldiarity and join the fight back!

📆Wed 10 Dec, Unitarian Meeting Hall, St Pauls, BS28PE
🕧Doors at 6.30pm, refreshments provided

@bristolantifascist.bsky.social
December 3, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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With a week to go, hundreds have signed up already for 'Basic Security in a Digital Age' - a free seminar from Netpol and @digitalselfdefence.bsky.social on how to deal with surveillance and protect your privacy.

📆 Thurs 11 Dec
🕡 18.30-20.00 GMT
🎟️ www.eventbrite.com/e/basic-secu...

#12DaysofACAB
Basic Security in a Digital Age - how to deal with surveillance and protect your privacy. A FREE online seminar. Book tiockets now! 6.30pm-8pm, 11/12/2025 A series of speech bubbles in response to "helping answers questions such as..." - How do I send messages and documents safely? How can I set up my phone to be more secure? What is encryption? How does a VPN work? How can I protect my privacy in web searches?
December 3, 2025 at 12:12 PM