Leading doctors accuse university of using intimidation in attack on free speech

The University of Melbourne has charged 21 student protestors with misconduct following Gaza protests.
A pro-Palestine rally at the University of Melbourne in May, 2024. Photo: AAP

Leading doctors have accused the University of Melbourne of attacking free speech through intimidation after it charged 21 student protestors with misconduct.

In May the students, who include a medical school student, occupied the Arts West Building for 10 days in protests against Israel-Gaza war and concerns about the university’s links with the arms industry.