Kneecap to play Glastonbury’s West Holts stage amid terror charge controversy
BBC issues statement about Kneecap’s Glastonbury performance
- The BBC has issued a statement about rap trio Kneecap’s performance at Glastonbury, saying it would not broadcast it live but would “look to make an on-demand version available” on iPlayer.
- Kneecap’s Saturday performance at the festival came amid significant criticism from politicians.
- Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, also known as Mo Chara, faces a charge under the Terrorism Act for allegedly waving a Hezbollah flag at a London concert in November.
- The Belfast-based band has drawn criticism for its explicit lyrics, political statements, and alleged shouts of support for Hamas and Hezbollah, though members deny supporting these groups.
- The trio led the Glastonbury crowd in the chant “F*** Keir Starmer”, both at the beginning of their set and towards the end.