Sally Rooney's books will no longer be sold in the UK due to her support for the activist group Palestine Action, her publisher Faber said. The UK government banned Palestine Action as a "terrorist" organisation in July 2025.
Faber stated that current UK legislation prevents the publisher from passing on UK earnings to Rooney for her work. The organisation is appealing the decision. Palestine Action is now on the same blacklist as groups like Hamas.
Rooney, who lives in Ireland, has previously expressed her support for the group. The ban does not apply in Ireland, where she resides.
The decision comes after years of public support from Rooney for Palestine Action. The publisher confirmed that the books will no longer be available for sale in the UK.
The UK's designation of Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation has led to restrictions on its activities. This has impacted authors who publicly support the group.
Rooney's publisher is now facing legal and financial challenges due to the UK's stance. The situation highlights the broader implications of political activism on creative work.
