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Bustcards are an essential item to take with you on a protest.

They provide you with our key advice, information on stop and search and arrest, and the names and numbers of solicitors who can help you.

We often hear stories from people who weren’t carrying a bustcard as they didn’t expect to be arrested.
Always write the name of a solicitor and the number for the Protest Support Line (07946 541 511) on your arm. Don’t be caught out!

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If you notice any problems with any bustcards please email gbcresources@protonmail.com.

For resources for Scotland please see Scottish Activist & Legal Project.

English-language bustcards:

All bustcards have the same information on your rights and the names and numbers of local lawyers who are experienced in protest cases.

  1. London
  2. South East & East of England
  3. Bristol
  4. South West
  5. Midlands
  6. North East
  7. Manchester & North West
  8. Leeds & West Yorkshire
  9. Sheffield & South Yorkshire
  10. York & North Yorkshire
  11. Cymru/Wales
  12. Northern Ireland

Bustcards in other languages:

Please note these have the lawyers from the London bustcard, unless stated. Please get in contact if you need it editing for other regions.

  1. Português (Portuguese): 1 card to page; 4 cards to page
  2. Español (Spanish): 1 card to page; 4 cards to page
  3. Cymraeg (Welsh): 1 card to page; 4 cards to page (Cymru/Wales regional bustcard)
  4. عربي (Arabic): 1 card to page; 4 cards to page

London

ADVICE ON ARREST Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, instead ask the police to contact one of the following: ITN (Irvine Thanvi Natas): 020 3909 8100 HJA (Hodge Jones & Allen): 0808 274 8226 Bindmans: 0207 833 4433 / 020 7305 5638 (out of hours) You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST?STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

All the firms on the London bustcard can provide cover outside of their geographical area, with advance notice.

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South East, Oxfordshire & East of England

ADVICE ON ARREST Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, instead ask the police to contact one of the following: ITN (Irvine Thanvi Natas): 020 3909 8100 HJA (Hodge Jones & Allen): 0808 274 8226 Bindmans: 0207 833 4433 / 020 7305 5638 (out of hours) You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST? STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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Bristol

ADVICE ON ARREST Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, we recommend asking the police to contact: Kelly’s: 01273 674 898 / 0800 387 463 (out of hours) HJA (Hodge Jones & Allen): 0808 274 8226 You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that Bristol Defendant Solidarity unless otherwise arranged: 07510 283424). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST?STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: bristoldefendantsolidarity@riseup.net 07510 283424 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email bristoldefendantsolidarity@riseup.net

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South West England

ADVICE ON ARREST Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, instead ask the police to contact one of the following: ITN (Irvine Thanvi Natas): 020 3909 8100 HJA (Hodge Jones & Allen): 0808 274 8226 Bindmans: 0207 833 4433 / 020 7305 5638 (out of hours) You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST? STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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Midlands

Advice on arrest Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, we recommend asking the police to contact: ITN: 020 3909 8100 (24 hours) HJA: 0808 274 8226 You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST? STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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North East England

ADVICE ON ARREST Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, instead ask the police to contact one of the following: Singleton Winn Connell (Newcastle upon Tyne): 01912658817 / out of hours 07904190124 You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST? STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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Manchester & North West England

ADVICE ON ARREST Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, instead ask the police to contact one of the following: Robert Lizar: 0161 227 7777 / 07900 998 999 (out of hours) or Hodge Jones & Allen (HJA): 0808 274 8226 You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST?STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com Manchester line: 07761 911 121 National 24/7 line: 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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Leeds & West Yorkshire

LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST?STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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Sheffield & South Yorkshire

Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, instead ask the police to contact: HJA (Hodge Jones & Allen): 0808 274 8226 Ison Harrison: 0113 200 7400 / 0113 399 6181 (out of hours) ITN (Irvine Thanvi Natas): 020 3909 8100 You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST? STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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York & North Yorkshire

ADVICE ON ARREST Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, we recommend asking the police to contact: Howard & Byrne (York): 01904 431421 You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST?STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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Wales

ADVICE ON ARREST Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, we recommend asking the police to contact: Hodge Jones & Allen (HJA): 0808 274 8226 - this firm covers the Wales area when told of a protest in advance You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST?STOP AND SEARCH: You’re not legally required to give your name and address under any stop and search power, see below website for more details. Legally you must be told the reason and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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CYNGOR WRTH GAEL EICH ARESTIO Atebwch gyda “DIM SYLW” / “NO COMMENT” i bob cwestiwn a ofynnir gan yr heddlu yn ystod sgyrsiau anffurfiol, pan maen nhw’n mynd â chi i’r orsaf heddlu, neu yn ystod cyfweliad. Yn yr orsaf heddlu gallwch ddewis rhoi eich enw, cyfeiriad a dyddiad geni i’r hedddlu er mwyn cyflymu eich rhyddhad. Er mwyn gofalu am eich diogelwch chi a phobl eraill, peidiwch ag ateb unrhyw gwestiynau pellach. Peidiwch a derbyn RHYBUDD heb gyngor cyfreithiwr. Mae rhybudd ffurfiol yn arwydd eich bod chi’n cyfaddef eich bod chi’n euog, ac yn cael ei nodi ar gyfrifiadur cenedlaethol yr heddlu. Mae hawl CYNGOR CYFREITHIOL AM DDIM gyda chi yn yr orsaf heddlu. Fel arfer, dyw’r cyfreithwyr ar ddyletswydd dim yn brofiadol gyda deddfau protest, felly rydyn ni’n eich cynghori i ofyn i’r heddlu gysylltu â: Hodge Jones & Allen (HJA): 0808 274 8226 - oes ydyn nhw wedi cael eu rhybyddio o flaen llaw, mae’r cwmni hwn yn gweithio yng Nghymru. Mae hawl rhoi gwybod i rywun eich bod wedi cael eich arestio gyda chi (galwch y Protest Support Line os nad oes gyda chi gynllun yn barod: 07946 541 511). Mae hawl cyfieithwr gyda chi, os nad ydych chi’n siarad Saesneg fel iaith gyntaf. Os ydych chi’n iau nag 18 mlwydd oed, neu os ydych chi’n edrych yn iau nag 18, maen rhaid i’r heddlu gysylltu ag oedolyn addas.Oes CWESTIYNAU CYFREITHIOL gyda chi am BROTESTIO? STOPIO A CHWILIO: Does dim pŵer stopio a chwilio sy’n eich gorfodi chi i roi eich enw neu eich cyfeiriad i’r heddlu, ewch i’r wefan isod am fwy o fanylion. Mae rhaid i’r heddlu esbonio iddych chi pam maen nhw yn eich stopio, ac o dan pa bŵer. Os ydych chi’n gweld rhywun yn cael eu harestio, os oes angen cymorth arnych chi, neu os oes gyda chi unrhyw gwestiynau am brotestio, ebostiwch neu ffoniwch: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Gwirfyddolwyr yw Arsylwyr Cyfreithiol sy’n casglu tystiolaeth ar gyfer protestwyr ac yn atal bygythiadau a chamfieifio o’r heddlu. Cewch ddarllen mwy am eich hawliau ac am ddeddfau protest: www.greenandblackcross.org Ar ôl cael eich arestio, neu os oes dyddiad llys gyda chi ac rydych chi eisiau cyngor, ebostiwch courtsupport@protonmail.com

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Northern Ireland

ADVICE ON ARREST Say “NO COMMENT” to all police questions during casual chats, 'booking in' & interviews. At the police station you may wish to give your name, address and date of birth to speed your release. For your protection and that of other people don’t answer further questions. Do not accept a CAUTION without advice from a recommended solicitor. This is an admission of responsibility and goes on the police national computer. You have the right to FREE LEGAL ADVICE at the police station. Duty solicitors don’t always have experience with protest law, we recommend asking the police to contact: KRW (Kevin R. Winters): 028 9024 1888 (Belfast) You have the right to have someone informed of your arrest (make that the Protest Support Line unless otherwise arranged: 07946 541 511). You have the right to an interpreter if English is not your first language. If you are or appear under 18 an appropriate adult should be called.LEGAL QUESTIONS about PROTEST?STOP AND SEARCH: You do not have to give your name and address under most stop and search powers. Ask the reason for the stop and the power that you are being searched under. If you witness an arrest, want support or have legal questions about protest: courtsupport@protonmail.com 07946 541 511 Legal Observers are independent volunteers who gather evidence on behalf of protesters and act to counter police intimidation and misbehaviour. Read more about your rights and protest legislation: www.greenandblackcross.org After arrest &/or if you have a court date & want advice email courtsupport@protonmail.com

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Key Messages

  • No Comment

    • You do not need to answer police questions, so don’t.

  • No Personal Details

    • You don't have to give details under ANY stop and search power.

  • No Duty Solicitor

    • Use a recommended solicitor with protest experience.

  • No Caution

    • They admit guilt for an alleged offence that might never get to court.

  • What Power?

    • Ask "What power?" to challenge a police officer to act lawfully.

Elsewhere

Planning an Action?

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