Thousands turn up for far-right rally and counter demonstration in London
Thousands gathered in London for a far-right rally organized by Tommy Robinson and a counter-demonstration linked to a pro-Palestinian protest. The Metropolitan Police deployed a significant number of officers to manage the events, which coincided with the FA Cup Final. Both rallies drew large crowds, with estimates of 50,000 for Robinson's march and 30,000 for the counter-protest.
- ▪The Metropolitan Police deployed 4,000 officers to manage the rallies in London.
- ▪Tommy Robinson's rally was named 'Unite the Kingdom' and aimed to address issues like immigration.
- ▪The counter-demonstration marked Nakba Day and was organized by the Stand Up to Racism group.
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Thousands turn up for far-right rally and counter demonstration in LondonSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPolice officers stand guard as protesters gather for the "Unite the Kingdom" rally, organised by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, in London on May 16.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 16, 2026, 09:11 PMUpdated May 16, 2026, 09:11 PMLONDON - Thousands of people began rallying in London on May 16 at a march organised by far-right activist Tommy Robinson and a counter-demonstration fused with a pro-Palestinian protest, amid a huge police presence.London’s Metropolitan Police said ahead of the duelling events that it would mount one of its largest operations in recent years, as the British capital also hosts the FA Cup Final football competition.The force was set to…
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