Hundreds face arrest at pro-Palestine Action protest
Metropolitan Police warn demonstrators supporting a proscribed group face arrest under Terrorism Act.
Incident → evidence → outcomeHundreds of people are expected to face arrest at a protest planned outside the US Embassy in Battersea on 31 October 2026. The demonstration, organised by Defend Our Juries, is in support of Palestine Action, a group proscribed under the Terrorism Act in June 2025.
The Metropolitan Police have issued a strong warning to potential attendees. Commander Adam Slonecki stated that all individuals intending to participate are aware that supporting a proscribed organisation is unlawful. He added, "All those intending on coming to this event know that supporting a proscribed organisation is unlawful, they are essentially meeting to purposefully commit a crime."
Defend Our Juries anticipates approximately 400 protesters will attend the event, which is scheduled to commence at 1pm. Participants are expected to hold signs displaying the message “I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action.” Expressing support for Palestine Action is an offence due to the group's proscription.
Commander Slonecki also indicated that individuals providing logistical assistance to the demonstrators, such as those helping to display placards, could also be subject to arrest. The protest is planned to take place on public land adjacent to the US Embassy.
Questions this report answers
01When and where is the protest taking place?
The protest is scheduled to begin at 1pm on 31 October 2026 outside the US Embassy in Battersea, London. Approximately 400 protesters are expected to attend the demonstration.
02Why do police warn of arrests?
The Metropolitan Police consider supporting Palestine Action, a group proscribed under the Terrorism Act in June 2025, to be an unlawful act. Commander Adam Slonecki stated that attendees are aware they are meeting to commit a crime.
03Can people providing support to the protest be arrested?
Yes, Metropolitan Police Commander Adam Slonecki has warned that anyone providing logistical support to the demonstrators, including assistance with placards, could also face arrest.
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