The Metropolitan Police's handling of a pro-Palestine protest in London, which resulted in over 70 arrests, has raised significant concerns over their tactics. Trade union leaders and various groups, including Amnesty International, demand an independent inquiry into accusations of heavy-handed policing and potential violations of protest rights. While previous demonstrations were largely peaceful, new restrictions on the protest route have strained relations with organizers, particularly after the arrest of key figures. Complaints of police violence towards vulnerable individuals at the protest have amplified calls for a review of legislation affecting civil protest rights.
Trade union leaders have called for an independent inquiry into the Met police's heavy-handed tactics during a pro-Palestine protest, reflecting wider concerns over police conduct.
Amnesty International raised issues regarding the treatment of vulnerable protestors, emphasizing that several incidents of kettling and police violence directed at children and older participants were reported.
Collection
[
|
...
]