Irish Examiner view: Kneecap and the debate over free speech 

The rap group are not the only Irish creatives facing the wrath of the British establishment

People attend a music session in Dublin's Temple Bar area to show solidarity for Kneecap's Liam Og O hAnnaidh after he appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court in London. Picture:  Niall Carson/PA

Yesterday, Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, better known by his stage name Mo Chara, was in court in London. He faces a terrorism charge for allegedly displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah at a gig in London last year.

Kneecap have been in the spotlight for months because of their support for the Palestinian cause, and Ó hAnnaidh’s latest court appearance attracted a huge amount of publicity, with hundreds present to support him as he entered Westminster magistrates’ court. He is due back in court next month.