British press photographer Simon Taylor has submitted a petition to Downing Street 10 to remove new restrictions on photography in the United Kingdom. Section 76 of the Counter Terrorism Act, introduced on February 16, makes it an offence to “elicit, publish or communicate information” relating to members of the Armed Forces, police and intelligence services if that information is “likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism”. Those convicted under Section 76 could face a fine or up to 10 years’ imprisonment. The petition submitted by Taylor states that “We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to Remove new restrictions on photography in public places.” If you are a British citizen or resident, and agree with the petitioner’s aims, you can sign up at the following URL:

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