UK: Demonstrators clash with police near intersection of Whitehall and Richmond Terrace in London in afternoon April 23 /update 1

Demonstrators continue to demonstrate after clashing with police officers near the intersection of Whitehall and Richmond Terrace in London as of the afternoon of April 23. Police reported at 15:08 that they had reopened traffic on Whitehall following earlier clashes. Protesters gathered in the area as part of a rally commemorating Saint George's Day. Authorities report that clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement officers broke out when demonstrators attempted to push through a police line and move outside of the designated event area. Authorities are enforcing tight regulations on the gathering due to security concerns; demonstrators are required to stay within a designated gathering area on the east side of Whitehall near Richmond Terrace, and rally participants are required to disperse by 17:00.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions will continue near the demonstration area through at least 17:00 and will likely continue through the evening. Renewed clashes are possible through the evening and may spread to surrounding areas.