Immigration Minister Won’t Say If Canada Considering Barring British, Irish Rappers

Immigration Minister Won’t Say If Canada Considering Barring British, Irish Rappers
Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, aka Mo Chara, a member of the Irish language band Kneecap, leaves Westminster Magistrates Court London, on June 18, 2025. AP Photo/Kin Cheung
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A prominent Jewish organization is pushing for Canada to deny entry to two bands being investigated in the U.K. after their appearance at a popular British music festival last month.

In late June, the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs asked the ministers of public safety and immigration to bar Irish rap group Kneecap and English punk rap duo Bob Vylan.