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An ex-political violence tsar is demanding the government ban Bash Back, a trans-led group claiming non-violent direct action, after their guide outlined targeting MPs with hammers — echoing the weapon used in a recent murder. While Bash Back insists their tactics are symbolic and focused on trans liberation, their materials detail how to form cells, identify targets, and evade legal consequences — including using hammers. Their actions, like vandalizing Wes Streeting’s office and painting “child killer,” have drawn sharp criticism from Lord Walney, who warns of escalating danger. Bash Back rejects the comparison to the murder victim, insisting they oppose violence — yet their rhetoric includes threats of repeated attacks. The Home Office reaffirms that intimidation and violence, regardless of intent, will be prosecuted.

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