Tens of thousands of people march through central London on Saturday in two separate demonstrations—one against high levels of immigration and another in support of Palestinians. Multiple outlets report that police manage both events with a large operation, describing it as among the biggest public order deployments in recent years. Police say around 4,000 officers are involved, including reinforcements brought in from outside the capital.
The immigration protest is presented by some outlets as opposing immigration levels and raising concerns about a perceived threat to British identity. The pro-Palestinian rally is held separately in a different part of central London, with organizers calling for support for Palestinians.
After both marches end, police report making arrests, with one outlet stating 43 arrests across a range of offences. Police also describe a willingness to use their powers “as assertively as possible” to maintain order during the demonstrations.
