01 Aug 2024 | 09:12 AM UTC
UK: Supporters of former Pakistani prime minister to protest in London, Aug. 4
Supporters of former Pakistani prime minister plan protest outside Downing Street in London, UK, 15:00 Aug 4. Increased security likely.
Activist groups plan to demonstrate at the gates of Downing Street in Whitehall, London, from 15:00 Aug. 4. Supporters of the former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan will call for his release from prison in Pakistan. At a previous demonstration in late June, several thousand supporters attended the event; it is likely that similar numbers will take part on Aug. 4.
Tight security measures will likely accompany the event, especially due to the sensitive location of the protest. Localized disruptions are likely; transport along Whitehall could be disrupted. Violence is not anticipated.
Avoid the demonstration as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Check for transport disruptions before beginning journeys and allow extra time for travel in the affected area in the afternoon of Aug. 4. Heed instructions from security services.
