The Glastonbury Festival is set to begin, with significant attention on the controversial Belfast rap group Kneecap, who are scheduled to perform despite ongoing legal issues. Member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh faces charges related to a terror offence, which the group denies, claiming they are victims of a smear campaign. Political figures, including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, have criticized their performance, while Kneecap maintains their stance against supporting terrorism. The BBC's coverage of their performance remains uncertain, with potential editorial guidelines affecting broadcast decisions.