Leftwing US pair refused entry to UK will address Oxford Union remotely
Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, two leftwing US commentators, have been barred from entering the UK by the Home Office, which stated their presence was 'not conducive to the public good.' Despite the ban, they will address the Oxford Union remotely, as the organization emphasizes the importance of free speech and debate. Critics of the government's decision have raised concerns about censorship and the implications for free expression.
- ▪Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker were denied entry to the UK by the Home Office.
- ▪The Oxford Union will host them via livestream despite the ban.
- ▪Critics argue that the government's decision represents a worrying escalation of censorship.
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Cenk Uygur has been accused of propagating antisemitic tropes in his criticism of Israel. Photograph: Willy Sanjuan/APView image in fullscreenCenk Uygur has been accused of propagating antisemitic tropes in his criticism of Israel. Photograph: Willy Sanjuan/APUK newsLeftwing US pair refused entry to UK will address Oxford Union remotelyHome Office barred Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker on grounds their visit was ‘not conducive to the public good’Helena HortonWed 3 Jun 2026 06.44 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleTwo leftwing US political commentators who were banned from entering the UK will still speak at the Oxford Union via livestream.The Home Office told Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker their presence in the country was “not conducive to the public good” when they attempted to come to London…
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