Two arrests as Epping protesters clash with police
Summary
Two people were arrested during a protest in Epping, UK, against housing asylum seekers at a local hotel. Protesters gathered around the Epping Forest District Council building, and police had imposed restrictions to maintain order.Key Facts
- Two people were arrested during a protest in Epping, Essex.
- The protest was against placing asylum seekers at The Bell Hotel in Epping.
- About 140 asylum seekers are staying at The Bell Hotel.
- Essex Police had set conditions for the protest, such as ending by 8 PM and no offensive banners.
- Around 200 protesters gathered at the Epping Forest District Council building.
- One protester was detained after displaying a Union flag and refusing to leave.
- The Bell Hotel has been the site of protests due to an asylum seeker facing sexual assault charges.
- A court ruling allowed asylum seekers to stay at the hotel despite previous legal challenges.
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