Sally Rooney Books May Be Withdrawn From UK Sale over Palestine Action Ban, Court Told
The proscription creates legal uncertainty for publishers and producers, risking withdrawal of Sally Rooney's books and blocking new publications in the UK, court heard.
- Irish author Sally Rooney says it is "almost certain" she cannot publish new novels in the UK and may have to withdraw her current books due to 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.
- Rooney described how the publication of her books is based on royalties on sales, and that non-payment of royalties would mean she can terminate her contract.
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Sally Rooney says her books may become unavailable in the UK because of her advocacy for Palestine.
Sally Rooney’s books, both new and old, may be unavailable in the UK due to the government’s aggressive action against those who are speaking out and taking action against Israel’s genocide in Palestine. Rooney, the bestselling Irish novelist and Millennial Bard, spoke in front of a UK court last week as part of a legal challenge to the government’s proscription that the direct action organization Palestine Action is a terrorist group. The group…
Are Sally Rooney's Books About To Be Withdrawn From The UK?
Due to the government ban on Palestine Action, one of the activist group's most high profile members, Irish author Sally Rooney, has told the High Court it was 'almost certain' that she would not be able to publish new novels in the UK. Not only that, but her five existing, best-selling books may be withdrawn from sale. Rooney says the UK legislation, which has designated the group as a terrorist organisation, means she cannot be paid royalties …
Sally Rooney books face ban as Amnesty intervenes in Palestine Action proscription
Sally Rooney is facing the prospect of withdrawing her books from the UK over her support for Palestine Action. Rooney submitted statements during the UK High Court challenge to the group’s proscription. It explained the legal risks to her publisher – Faber & Faber. She also expressed her fear that her books might be withdrawn from sale if the publisher cannot pay her royalties. Additionally, it means that her publishers may not be able to print…
Author Sally Rooney says her publisher could face charges for financing terrorism.
An organization that supports has been declared a terrorist by the British Parliament and the next book may not reach the British plaintiffs.
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