A 38-year-old man has denied causing a public nuisance by climbing the Elizabeth Tower, also known as Big Ben. The incident took place on 14 May, and Daniel Day is due to appear in court next month to face charges. According to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), Day intentionally or recklessly caused a public nuisance by climbing the tower, but his defence team has denied the allegations.
The Elizabeth Tower, which is part of the Palace of Westminster, is a symbol of British democracy and is often visited by tourists. Climbing the tower is not permitted, and those who do so can face prosecution.
The CPS has stated that Day will face charges under the Public Order Act 1986, which makes it an offence to intentionally or recklessly cause a public nuisance. The maximum sentence for this offence is a fine of up to £1,000 or a possible community order.
Day's defence team has requested a trial date, and he will appear in court on 18 July to face the charges. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of the tower and the need for better security measures.