Steve Bray Acquitted of Music Ban Breach

Steve Bray, known as 'Stop Brexit Man', was acquitted of breaching a police ban after playing anti-Conservative and anti-Brexit music outside Parliament on March 20, 2022, before then-Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's arrival for Prime Minister's Questions. Bray faced charges of failing to comply with a direction under the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act but argued it was his 'fundamental right to protest'. The court heard that Bray played edits of The Muppet Show and Darth Vader themes, claiming the police map showing prohibited areas was incorrect. Deputy District Judge Anthony Woodcock found Bray not guilty, acknowledging his right to protest and disseminate his message. Bray's equipment, which operates on battery power, was described as limited, and he maintained good relations with the police despite the accusation.