Major Police Operation in Central London
The Metropolitan Police confirmed the detention of at least 90 individuals during a significant protest in central London on Saturday, 22 November. The demonstration, which took place at the Peace Garden in Tavistock Square, was organised to oppose government actions aimed at banning the activist group Palestine Action.
Scenes from the Demonstration
Protesters gathered, displaying placards with messages such as "I oppose genocide" and "Support Palestine Action". The crowd was diverse, with elderly individuals among those detained by police officers. According to witnesses, some onlookers applauded as the arrests were being made, highlighting the divisive nature of the event.
Legal Ramifications and Government Stance
The UK government has officially classified Palestine Action as a proscribed organisation under recent counter-terrorism legislation. This classification means that public support for the group is now considered a prosecutable criminal offence. The arrests at the Tavistock Square rally represent one of the first major enforcements of this new legal stance.
