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Community Safety · City of LondonArrests at London Palestine March Over War Memorial Incident
Several individuals were arrested during a pro-Palestine march in London. Detentions included those suspected of criminal damage after climbing the Battle of Britain memorial and for displaying support for Palestine Action, a proscribed organisation.
City of London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 65- Community Safety · City of London
Thousands to march in City of London amid protest conditions
Thousands of demonstrators are expected to march through central London on Saturday for a pro-Palestine event. The Metropolitan Police has imposed conditions on this march and a counter-protest to minimise disruption, with warnings issued about face coverings.
City of London3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 - Policing · London
Met Police Arrests Amid Holborn and St Pancras By-election Clashes
The Metropolitan Police has made several arrests following conflicts during the Holborn and St Pancras by-election campaign. Deputy Assistant Commissioner James Harman stated that political parties require space to campaign lawfully, as the force prepares for a challenging week with multiple planned protests.
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Policing · City of LondonFarage calls for ban on face coverings after Dover and Portsmouth protests
Nigel Farage has called for a ban on all full face coverings in public spaces, including religious ones, after masked protesters disrupted access to the Port of Dover and clashed with police in Portsmouth. Official vehicles were damaged and officers were injured in Portsmouth.
City of London3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 57 · Hype 65- Policing · Westminster
Met Police to arrest Palestine Action supporters at Westminster protest
Metropolitan Police will deploy officers outside Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 30 July 2026 to arrest supporters of Palestine Action, a group proscribed in 2025. No related court hearings are scheduled, but police say verbal or visible support for the group is illegal and will lead to charges.
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