New Banksy artwork of judge beating a protester removed from Royal Courts of Justice
New Banksy mural scrubbed from wall
- A new Banksy mural, depicting a judge striking a protester with a gavel, appeared on the wall of London’s Royal Courts of Justice.
- The artwork, authenticated by Banksy on Instagram, was swiftly covered up and subsequently erased from the historic building on Wednesday.
- Court administrators ordered its removal, stating the 143-year-old Gothic revival-style building must maintain its original character.
- The Metropolitan Police confirmed they are investigating a complaint that the artwork constitutes criminal damage.
- Some activists interpreted the piece as a commentary on the UK government’s ban on Palestine Action, a group whose appeals have been heard at the Royal Courts of Justice.