Uganda: A4C Says Public Order Bill Is Unconstitutional

28 October 2011

The Activists for Change (A4C) pressure group yesterday reacted angrily to the proposed Public Order Management Bill 2011, saying it will stifle constitutional rights to freedom of expression and association for political and pressure groups in the country.

The group said the proposed law in its present form will infringe on civil liberties and criminalise activities such as protests against the high cost of living.

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