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proscription

[proh-skrip-shuhn] / proʊˈskrɪp ʃən /


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Thousands of people have been arrested since the proscription came into force, with their prosecutions now thrown into doubt.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

In a major decision, the High Court ruled that the proscription of the group, that has carried out break-ins at defence firms linked to Israel as part of direct action protests, should be reviewed.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2025

The proscription order will now go before the Lords on Thursday where it is likely to pass.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2025

It comes just days before a proscription order by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper under anti-terror law is set to come into force.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2025

It was all over, the King had to surrender to the Whigs, who condescended to resume the seals on easy terms, which were the proscription of Bath's following and the admission of Pitt.

From Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections by Rosebery, Archibald Phillip Primrose




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