Sally Rooney books may be withdrawn from UK sale over Palestine Action ban
Sally Rooney books may be withdrawn from UK sale over Palestine Action ban, court told2 days agoShareSaveDominic CascianiHome and Legal correspondentShareSaveGetty ImagesIrish author Sally Rooney has told the High Court it was “almost certain” she cannot publish new novels in the UK and may have to withdraw her current books because of the banning of Palestine Action under terrorism laws.Rooney says UK legislation may mean she cannot be paid royalties by her British publisher or the BBC because it could leave both at risk of being accused of funding terrorism.In August, she said she intended to use royalties “to go on supporting Palestine Action”.The group was banned in July after the home secretary accused it of causing serious damage to property. Its co-founder is challenging that ban…
