A protest supporting Palestine Action in London resulted in 532 arrests, the largest on a single day in 10 years. The Metropolitan Police stated that 521 arrests were related to displaying supportive placards, with others for police assault and breaches of Public Order Act. Most arrests involved individuals aged 60 to 69. The counter-terrorism team is preparing charges against those arrested. Protesters who provided details were released on bail, while 212 who refused details remained in custody, with some expected to be released later.
The Metropolitan Police reported 532 arrests during a Saturday demonstration in support of the banned group Palestine Action, marking the largest protest since the group's proscription.
The majority of arrests, 521, were made for displaying placards in Parliament Square, while others were made for assaulting police officers and breaching Public Order Act conditions.
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