Combination of rival political marches and five Premier League matches puts capital on alert

Combination of rival political marches and five Premier League matches puts capital on alert

More than 1,600 police officers, including 500 from forces from outside London , will be deployed on what will be a chaotic day in the capital with two high profile demonstrations…

The met announced it is to deploy some 1,600 officers as Robinson supporters and opposing anti-racism demonstrators, who are hosting a 'March Against Fascism' stage rival rallies.

There will be barriers erected to create space between the two groups, with one side being led by renowned far-right activist Tommy Robinson.

A counter protest by anti-racism campaigners is also taking place, with 1,000 police officers assigned to the protests.

Some 1,600 police officers deployed in the capital by the Met ahead of major demonstration

Police and protesters clashed at a rally organised by far-right figure Tommy Robinson in London on Saturday, September 13. Metropolitan Police wrote in a social media post that a…