26 Sep 2024 | 02:46 PM UTC
UK: Rival activist groups to demonstrate in Trafalgar Square, London, Sept. 28
Rival demonstrations planned in London, UK, around 12:00 on Sept. 28. Increased security, disruptions likely. Violence possible.
Rival activist groups plan to protest in central London on Sept. 28. Anti-racism groups, including Stand Up To Racism UK, will gather in Trafalgar Square at 12:00 to denounce a planned nationalist demonstration reportedly scheduled to take place in the same location around the same time. However, details regarding the nationalist demonstration, dubbed "Unite the Kingdom," remain unclear. Precedent suggests several hundred to several thousand activists will attend the anti-racism event, while several hundred to one thousand activists will attend the nationalist demonstration.
Authorities will almost certainly deploy increased security to monitor the rallies. Road travel and transport disruptions will likely occur near Trafalgar Square for the duration of the events. Clashes between police and protesters, as well as between rival demonstrators, are possible. Related demonstrations may take place in other urban centers across the country on the day.
Avoid the protests. Plan for extra travel time near the affected area. If violence occurs nearby, leave the area immediately. Heed instructions from authorities.
