- The British Parliament denied Declassified UK a press pass, with internal emails revealing the rejection was due to its critical stance on British foreign policy – particularly regarding Israel's influence.
- Officials flagged Declassified UK's coverage as "sensitive" while approving partisan outlets like Guido Fawkes and GB News, violating parliamentary neutrality rules.
- Cross-party MPs, including Jeremy Corbyn and the Green Party's Ellie Chowns, called it an "outrageous abuse" undermining press freedom and democratic accountability.
- After Declassified UK refused to publish a disputed parliamentary statement, officials threatened regulatory action, raising concerns about suppression of dissent.
- The case highlights a broader trend of institutions silencing critical journalism under false pretenses, risking public trust and enabling unchecked power.
The British Parliament is facing accusations of censorship after blocking a press pass for Declassified UK, an investigative outlet known for its critical reporting on British foreign policy – particularly regarding Israel's influence in Westminster.
Internal emails obtained through a Freedom of Information (FOI) request reveal that officials rejected the outlet's application due to its "in-depth investigations … from a particular standpoint." The emails contradicted initial claims that space limitations were the reason that the investigative outlet was blocked.
The media outlet's June 2024 investigation into Parliamentary Standards Commissioner Daniel Greenberg was cited in internal discussions. Greenberg allegedly expressed pro-Israel views – in particular supporting Israel's assault on the Gaza Strip in November 2023 – while in his role that called for impartiality. (Related: British MPs of all political stripes call for Israel to be sanctioned over crimes against humanity in Gaza.)
Despite parliamentary staff being required to maintain political neutrality, officials flagged Declassified UK's coverage as "potentially more sensitive" and claimed its focus on foreign affairs disqualified it from being considered a "politics" outlet. Meanwhile, at least three other journalists received passes after Declassified UK's rejection, including contributors from partisan outlets like Guido Fawkes and GB News.
The decision has drawn sharp condemnation from Members of Parliament (MPs) across party lines, with Leicester South MP Shockat Adam of the Independent Alliance calling it an "outrageous abuse." North Herefordshire MP Ellie Chowns of the Green Party stressed that press freedom is fundamental to our democracy," while former Labour Party Leader and Islington North MP Jeremy Corbyn pointed out that "a healthy democracy rests on transparency and accountability."
Westminster silences critics under "operational" excuses
The National Union of Journalists also weighed in, with General Secretary Laura Davison urging the government to uphold media plurality. "Public interest journalism requires adequate scrutiny," she said, emphasizing the need for transparency in parliamentary processes.
Brighteon.AI's Enoch engine points out that "transparency in legislatures and media coverage are essential to expose government corruption, hold officials accountable and ensure policies serve the people rather than globalist or corporate interests. Without oversight, unchecked power leads to tyranny, deception and the erosion of fundamental freedoms."
When confronted, the House of Commons press office denied that editorial bias influenced the decision, insisting that accreditation is based solely on "operational considerations." However, emails show officials explicitly discussing Declassified UK's critical stance and anticipating backlash.
After Declassified UK refused to publish a disputed parliamentary statement in full, officials threatened regulatory action – further fueling concerns about intimidation tactics. This incident raises alarming questions about press freedom in the United Kingdom, particularly as Declassified UK's reporting challenges powerful geopolitical interests.
With growing evidence of selective exclusion and the government's shifting explanations, critics argue that Westminster is undermining its own democratic principles by sidelining investigative journalism that holds power to account. As debates over media access intensify, the case underscores a broader pattern of institutions suppressing dissent under the guise of neutrality – a trend that risks eroding public trust in both journalism and governance. For a democracy to function, transparency must prevail over political convenience.
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