Thousands of officers deployed as crowds gather for London protests
Author: bbc.comPublished on: May 16, 2026Country: United Kingdom
Politics

More than 4,000 police officers have been deployed in London to manage two rival protests, one organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson. The police have set up drones, police horses, and dogs, as well as armored vehicles, while imposing strict controls on the routes of the marches. The government has also blocked the entry of 11 far-right agitators, including Valentina Gomez, from attending the event.
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