Organised by the UK Independence Party (UKIP), the Unite the People “No to Sharia Law” demonstration will see protesters march through the capital on Saturday.
Initial plans included a rally in Edgware Road, but following concerns from business owners and residents, the Met Police has now placed restrictions on the demonstration over “serious disorder” fears.
Instead, participants are bound to a specific route beginning on Hyde Park Corner from 11:30am and finishing by 4.30pm.
The protest has sparked backlash. Deputy leader of Westminster Council, Caroline Sargent has condemned any protest that “promotes hatred, division, or intimidation,” while MP for…
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