Summary
In London, a large demonstration took place against the far right, organized by the Together Alliance. Around 500 groups supported the march, with estimates of attendees varying from 50,000 to 500,000. The protest included a diverse group of people opposing what they see as increasing far-right movements in the UK.
Key Facts
- The march was organized by the Together Alliance, supported by about 500 groups, including trade unions and anti-racism organizations.
- The event took place in central London, with demonstrators marching from Park Lane to Trafalgar Square.
- Organizers estimated that 500,000 people attended, while the police estimated around 50,000.
- The march aimed to push back against increasing racism and Islamophobia in UK politics.
- A small group of counterprotesters were present, displaying Israeli flags and Iran's pre-1979 flag.
- Left-wing politicians like Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana supported the protest and shared messages against economic inequality.
- The event was described as peaceful and lively, likened to the atmosphere of the Notting Hill Carnival.
- The protest also joined forces with another march organized by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign.
