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The UK government's proscription of Palestine Action is drawing mounting criticism over its implications for free speech and the right to protest. Voters are reportedly expressing growing unease with Labour's policy, with commentators suggesting it may discourage people from voting rather than pushing them toward other parties. The debate highlights tension between national security measures and civil liberties.

British police arrested more than 50 people demonstrating in support of the proscribed group Palestine Action outside the Labour Party conference in Liverpool, northwestern England. Protesters called for the group's ban to be lifted, and the mass arrests have reignited debate over the UK's proscription of the organisation and the policing of pro-Palestinian demonstrations.

Questions are being pressed in Britain about Palestine Action's proscription as a terrorist organisation, with a former home secretary and former foreign secretary deflecting when asked about the ban. Critics argue the proscription stifles debate over the UK's stance on Gaza and the ceasefire, and supporters of Palestine are voicing anger at politicians refusing to answer directly.

Oscar Health, Inc., the US health insurance company trading under the ticker OSCR, is seeing renewed attention on its share price, quote and trading history on financial data platforms. Investors are checking the stock's recent performance and company news, though no specific development or earnings announcement has been confirmed as the trigger.