Advice and Information

Do I have to talk to the police? What happens if I get arrested? This guide explains your rights when talking with the police.

Watch this webinar on protest rights that will talk you through our pages on protest and disability rights.

You shouldn’t be discriminated against unlawfully. If you have, complain to the organisation. If needed, you can take legal action.

What does being detained mean? What rights do disabled people have when they’re arrested or detained? Can I get an appropriate adult?

What does it mean to be vulnerable? What’s an appropriate adult? Can I get reasonable adjustments?

Do I have to talk to the police? What if I need help communicating? What are my rights as a disabled person?

What can I complain about? How can I make a complaint?

How can non-disabled people be allies to disabled protesters? How can we make it easier for disabled people to protest?

What practical things can we do before attending a protest? How do I communicate my access needs? What if I’m kettled and I’m disabled?

What rights do disabled people have to protest? Can the police take my equipment at a protest? What can we do if the police break the law?