UKIP protest conditions imposed by Met Police
March organised by Nick Tenconi faces strict route and timing restrictions due to disorder fears.
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An anti-Islam demonstration organised by UK Independence Party (UKIP) leader Nick Tenconi has been placed under strict conditions by the Metropolitan Police. The march, titled 'Unite the People No to Sharia Law', will now proceed from Hyde Park Corner to Downing Street on Saturday, with participants bound to a specific route and timing.
Route and Timing Restrictions
UKIP march moved from Edgware Road to Hyde Park Corner
Metropolitan Police impose conditions on anti-Islam demonstration citing fears of serious disorder.
The Metropolitan Police has imposed conditions on the protest under the Public Order Act, citing fears of "serious disorder and serious disruption to communities." Initial plans for the demonstration to rally in Edgware Road have been altered following concerns raised by local business owners and residents. Protesters are now required to assemble at Hyde Park Corner no earlier than 11:30am. The march must follow a designated route through Piccadilly, St James’ Street, and Pall Mall, concluding outside Downing Street via Whitehall by 4:30pm. A Met Police spokesman stated that anyone knowingly breaching these conditions will be committing a criminal offence and officers will be present to ensure the event passes safely and peacefully.
Counter Demonstration
A counter protest organised by the campaign group Stand Up To Racism is planned to take place opposite Downing Street on Richmond Terrace. This static rally is also required to end by 4:30pm. The group has stated its intention to oppose the far-right's message and demonstrate unity and solidarity.
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Background on Organiser
Nick Tenconi became leader of UKIP in June 2024. He also serves as Chief Operating Officer of Turning Point UK. UKIP has previously organised anti-Islam protests in London that have faced cancellations or restrictions. A planned protest in Whitechapel last October, promoted as a "mass deportations tour," was cancelled by the Met Police due to concerns over potential "serious disorder." Another march in January this year saw UKIP blocked from marching through Tower Hamlets.
Local representatives have also voiced concerns. Deputy leader of Westminster Council, Caroline Sargent, has condemned protests that promote hatred, division, or intimidation. MP for Queens Park and Maida Vale, Georgia Gould, stated her commitment to defending the community's values of mutual respect and neighbourliness.
Questions this report answers
+What are the conditions for the UKIP protest?
The Metropolitan Police has imposed strict conditions on the UKIP protest, titled 'Unite the People No to Sharia Law'. The march must start at Hyde Park Corner no earlier than 11:30am and finish by 4:30pm outside Downing Street, following a specific route through central London to prevent serious disorder.
+Where is the counter protest taking place?
A counter protest organised by Stand Up To Racism is scheduled to take place opposite Downing Street on Richmond Terrace. This static rally must also conclude by 4:30pm on Saturday.
+Why were restrictions placed on the protest?
The Metropolitan Police imposed strict conditions on the protest under the Public Order Act due to fears of "serious disorder and serious disruption to communities." These concerns were heightened by initial plans for the demonstration to rally in Edgware Road, which had raised objections from local businesses and residents.
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