23 Oct 2024 | 08:50 AM UTC
UK: Rival activist groups to demonstrate in central London, Oct. 26
Rival demonstrations planned in London, UK, on Oct. 26. Increased security, disruptions likely. Violence possible.
Rival activist groups plan to protest in central London on Oct. 26. Nationalist campaign groups plan to meet at Victoria Station from 11:00 and then plan to march to Parliament Square at 13:00. It is likely that several hundred to low thousands may take part.
Civil society groups led by Stand Up To Racism plan a counter-demonstration from 11:30 in Piccadilly. Labor unions, climate campaigners, and migrant rights charities will take part; it is possible that several thousand to low tens of thousands will attend the rally.
Authorities will almost certainly deploy increased security to monitor the rallies. Road travel and transport disruptions will likely occur in central London, in particular in the Victoria, Whitehall, and Piccadilly districts. 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.
