Statewatch | Activist demands compensation from Europol for illegal surveillance
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A Dutch political activist last week filed a legal complaint with EU police agency Europol, seeking compensation for the unlawful processing and handling of his personal data. The move is likely to lead to litigation at the European Court of Justice to determine Europol’s liability. This case could help clarify the rights of individuals seeking redress against Europol’s growing surveillance and data-gathering efforts.

Imagine learning that the police have labeled you a terrorist because of your support for movements committed to anti-racism, the environment and a free Palestine.

This is what happened to Frank van der Linde in 2018 when he went to pick up his post. He had requested his police file, which showed that the Dutch police had added him to a terrorist watchlist to monitor his movement and his social media posts.

  • ExtremeDullardEnglish
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    5 days ago

    Imagine learning that the police have labeled you a terrorist because of your support for movements committed to anti-racism

    Imagine that in some countries, when that happens, you disappear in a concentration camp in El Salvador.

    In Europe, you get to complain about it.

    • HotznplotznEnglish
      4·
      5 days ago

      Or, in other countries, you disappear in a so-called Residential Surveillance at a Designated Location (RDSL), and not even your family would know where you are.