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Police to use Thames to separate protesters at Al Quds protest
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politics11h ago

Police to use Thames to separate protesters at Al Quds protest

  • Police will use the River Thames to separate protesters and counter-protesters at the Al Quds Day rally in central London.
  • The march was banned by the Home Office, with the Metropolitan Police asked to block it to prevent serious public disorder.
  • A stationary Al Quds Day protest will go ahead after the ban, described as a peaceful, pro-Palestinian event by organisers.
  • Assistance will include more than 1,000 officers, with policing extending to other vulnerable areas in London.
  • Lambeth and Vauxhall Bridges will be closed to traffic except for emergency vehicles during the protest.
  • Officials described the Thames tactic as a new bespoke measure for the Al Quds rally’s unique circumstances.
  • The ban was part of a decision to prevent serious public disorder around the Al Quds march.
  • The planning includes a zero-tolerance approach to hate crime during the event.
  • The Al Quds Day protests traditionally express support for Palestine and began after the 1979 Iranian Revolution.
  • The IHRC organized the march and claimed the ban was politically charged.
  • Police expect roughly equal numbers of protesters and counter-protesters, intensifying security measures.
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Scotland Yard to use 'unprecedented' tactic to contain pro-Iran march
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politics11h ago

Scotland Yard to use 'unprecedented' tactic to contain pro-Iran march

  • Scotland Yard will use the River Thames as a barrier to separate pro-Iran demonstrators from counter-protesters this weekend.
  • Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan said the tactic is new because the circumstances are unique and require a fresh plan.
  • The Home Secretary approved a police request to prohibit the march, the first since 2012.
  • The plan includes deploying more than 1,000 officers and coordinating reinforcements from other forces.
  • Albert Embankment will host the demonstrators while Millbank hosts the counter-protest on the opposite river bank.
  • More than 1,000 officers will be deployed to police the event, with bridges controlled to manage access.
  • Officials warned the measures cannot guarantee no disorder but aim to mitigate risks.
  • The Al Quds event normally held during Ramadan drew scrutiny over participants' agendas and potential clashes.
  • Police emphasised protecting speech rights while enforcing a zero-tolerance policy on hate.
  • The march size could reach up to 12,000 people, influencing security planning.
  • The plan is described as unique due to the ongoing Iran war and related tensions.
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Met Police will use the River Thames to stop Iran rally clashes
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politics5h ago

Met Police will use the River Thames to stop Iran rally clashes

  • Met Police will use the River Thames as a barrier to separate two opposing groups at the Al Quds rally.
  • The march was downgraded to a static rally amid warnings of serious public disorder.
  • Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan said the plan is unique due to the unusual circumstances.
  • Police expect up to 12,000 attendees at the Al Quds demonstration and counter-protest.
  • Over 1,000 officers will be deployed to police the demonstration.
  • The river barrier positions place Al Quds demonstrators on Albert Embankment and counter-protest on Millbank.
  • Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood approved the march ban for the first time since 2012.
  • Lambeth Bridge will remain closed except for emergency vehicles during the event.
  • Met Police plan includes crowd management by controlling bridge access and transport hubs.
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