Hamas to be declared terrorist organisation and supporting it unlawful

Priti Patel says aligning policy on Palestinian group's military and political wings will combat antisemitism

Supporters of Hamas could face up to 10 years in jail under plans to be announced on Friday by Priti Patel.

The home secretary said the organisation will be proscribed by the government under the Terrorism Act. It means anyone who expresses support for Hamas, flies their flag or arranges meetings for the organisation will be in breach of the law.