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Sally Rooney Books Banned in UK Over Palestine Action Support
Sally Rooney's books can't be sold in UK after publisher links her to banned activist group.
In brief
Sally Rooney's books can't be sold in UK after publisher links her to banned activist group. Sally Rooney's books are banned in UK sales due to her support for Palestine Action, a group banned as terrorist by UK government in July 2025. Originally reported by France24.
Sally Rooney Books Banned in UK
Irish author Sally Rooney can no longer sell her books in the UK because of her support for the activist group Palestine Action.
Palestine Action Banned by UK
The UK government banned Palestine Action as a 'terrorist' organisation in July 2025.
No Ban in Ireland
The group is not banned in Ireland, where Rooney lives.
Publisher Statement
Faber, Rooney's publisher, confirmed the books cannot be sold in the UK.
Why Books Banned
Rooney previously expressed support for Palestine Action, which was banned as a terrorist group by UK government in July 2:2025.
What Happens Next
Rooney's books remain available in Ireland, but UK sales are prohibited.
At a glance
Sally Rooney's books are banned in UK sales due to her support for Palestine Action, a group banned as terrorist by UK government in July 2025.
