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Planned Demonstration in London, Saturday, Oct. 5

Posted by (Freedonia) on

I just got an alert from the US State Department about a large planned demonstration in London on Saturday, Oct. 5th.

Please do not make this a thread for your political beliefs. I am posting this as a warning to any visitors in the area on Saturday so that they can be alerted.

Here's what it says:

U.S. citizens are encouraged to avoid areas of demonstrations and always exercise caution within the vicinity of demonstrations or if caught in a demonstration. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate to violence. Do not attempt to drive or walk through a demonstration. Road closures and transportation services may be impacted over the weekend, U.S. citizens are encouraged to monitor local transportation information and coordinate travel routes accordingly.

Planned demonstrations include, but are not limited to:

LONDON

Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024
Time: Starting at 1200 to 1630
Demonstration: National March for Palestine
Route: Demonstrations include a gathering at Russell Square/Southampton Row, and marching via Southampton Row, Kingsway, Aldwych, Strand, and Trafalgar Square to Whitehall.
Estimated Number of Participants: 20,000

Demonstrations in London are frequent and may occur throughout the summer season. They can often attract large crowds at popular tourist destinations, such as Parliament Square, Westminster, and associated bridges.

Actions to Take:

Be aware of your surroundings
Review your personal security plans
Monitor local media for updates
Avoid crowds
Enroll in Safe Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive travel and security updates

Posted by
7458 posts

There is also a major pro Palestine march in Edinburgh on 5 October which will disrupt the City Centre.
It will be a silent funeral March following an empty coffin, with funereal music. The organisers have asked for the total silence by participants and bystanders to be maintained for the 2 hours or so of the March. The route is essentially St Andrews Square, Princes Street and a square around Waverley Station.

I purposely had not posted, for fear of political beliefs derailing such intent.

Normal pro Palestine marches will also be held in Edinburgh on October 12, 19 and 26.

Posted by
19654 posts

Related Protests

  • Amsterdam, Netherlands: Protest at Dam Square from 14:00 Oct. 5.
  • Athens, Greece: Protest march from Parko Eleftherias to the Israeli Embassy on Marathonodronom from 14:00 Oct. 5.
  • Berlin, Germany: March from Brandenburg Gate to Bebelplatz 14:00-17:00 Oct. 6.
  • Istanbul, Turkiye: March from Taksim Square to Dolmabahce Palace from 16:00 Oct. 5.
  • London, UK: March from Russell Square to Whitehall near Downing Street from 12:00 Oct. 5.
  • Madrid, Spain: March from Madrid Atocha Station to Puerta del Sol from 18:00 Oct. 5.
  • Paris, France: Protest at Place de la Republique from 14:00 Oct. 5.
  • Rome, Italy: Protest at Pyramid of Cestius from 14:00 Oct. 5.
  • Warsaw, Poland: Protest at Castle Square from 13:00 Oct. 5.

Not related

  • Hungary: Authorities plan WWII bomb disposal operation in Budapest, Oct. 5
Posted by
1226 posts

I think the State Department is underestimating attendance somewhat. I'd expect it to be closer to 200,000 than 20,000 that turn out.

Posted by
5498 posts

It looks like the State Department were correct in their estimation. Tens of thousands of demonstrators rather than hundreds of thousands.

Posted by
1226 posts

I saw that, yes. I thought there would be a lot more. A bit disappointing. I can't say anything as I was in my garden pruning back some overgrown stuff before the weather sets in.

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