Publicly proclaiming the Word of God is entirely lawful in the United Kingdom. We enjoy great freedom. But it is wise to have some idea of the law relating to free speech before engaging in street evangelism. This briefing provides an overview of some relevant criminal and civil laws in England and Wales. It is intended to equip open-air preachers and others with the confidence that they are not breaking the law when they share their faith in public.
This is provided for information purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute for legal advice.
References
- 1Public Order Act 1986, Section 29B
- 2Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, Section 2
- 3Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, Section 59
- 4Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, Section 43
- 5Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, Sections 35-37
- 6Environmental Protection Act 1990, Schedule 3A
- 7Highways Act 1980, Section 148
