Daniel Day, 29, was charged after climbing Big Ben's Elizabeth Tower, raising a Palestinian flag as part of a protest. The incident required a significant emergency response and resulted in the closure of surrounding areas, including Westminster Bridge and an Underground station exit. Day was brought down after over 16 hours on the ledge and was remanded in custody, awaiting a court appearance. Supporters gathered at the scene, expressing solidarity with the protest through chants.
A man has been charged after scaling Big Ben’s Elizabeth Tower, causing a public nuisance during a protest about Palestine, leading to significant emergency response.
The incident, which involved a protester holding a Palestinian flag, disrupted public access around Westminster and resulted in a man being arrested after 16 hours on the tower.
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