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Photographers in particular have faced heavy handed policing in recent months.
The union has issued emergency legal numbers for members to ring during the summit.
John Toner, NUJ Freelance Organiser, said: “Previous summits have proved that members might have a need for advice and representation by solicitors specialising in criminal law. The NUJ is offering this service to its members, but hoping no one will have to make use of it.”
From 9.30am until 5.30pm on April 2, members whose subs are paid up and who need help while attending the summit or protests in a professional capacity should contact the NUJ legal department on 020 7843 3721.
Details will be taken and the need for assistance will be relayed to an appropriate solicitor.
Outside office hours, NUJ members covering the summit and related events should contact John Toner on 07710 314593. He will contact a solicitor on behalf of the member.
NUJ activists recently organised a legal briefing for photographers in London.
By National Union Of Journalists
Posted March 31st, 2009 by Armen Hareyan
