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Criminal investigation launched into Kneecap and Bob Vylan Glastonbury shows

Nova festival survivor reacts to Bob Vylan Glastonbury chants
  • Avon and Somerset Police have launched a criminal investigation into public order incidents during performances by Bob Vylan and Kneecap at Glastonbury Festival.
  • Bob Vylan led chants including "death, death to the IDF," while a Kneecap member suggested a "riot" and used offensive language towards Keir Starmer.
  • The BBC expressed regret for broadcasting Bob Vylan's performance, calling the sentiments "utterly unacceptable," prompting an inquiry from Ofcom.
  • Glastonbury Festival condemned the chants by Bob Vylan, and the rap-punk duo has been banned from the US due to the "hateful tirade."
  • Police are conducting an investigation, considering hate-crime legislation.
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