The author reflects on joining the Free Speech Union led by Lord Toby Young to defend against political retribution for his outspoken views, particularly criticism of the Labour Party. He discusses an attempt by the Honours Forfeiture Committee to revoke his OBE, which ultimately failed due to insufficient evidence. The author insists that the initiative to undermine him was politically motivated, revealing societal issues surrounding free speech and the intimidation of individuals who openly challenge the government or institutions. Support from a legal team further solidified his defense against this targeted attack.
I joined Lord (Toby) Young's Free Speech Union as a response to current political pressures to conform, fearing social retribution for free speech on government criticism.
The ‘Honours Forfeiture Committee’ attempted to revoke my OBE without substantial evidence, highlighting the politically motivated tactics used to silence dissenters in the current climate.
My legal team recognized the case against me was baseless and politically motivated, providing a strong defense that ultimately protected my honour from being rescinded.
This incident illustrates the lengths to which some will go to suppress free speech, relying on anonymous committees rather than addressing issues in the public arena.
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