Police arrest scores of protesters over support for banned Palestine Action group

WorldPolitics
4 Oct 2025 • 11:00 PM MYT
The Independent
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At least 175 people have been arrested over pro-Palestine protests in London which is taking place in defiance of calls by politicians and police bosses to reconsider after the Manchester synagogue terror attack.

The Metropolitan Police arrested protesters for offences including supporting the banned terror group Palestine Action.

The arrests include six people who were detained for unfurling a banner backing the proscribed group on Westminster Bridge.

The bulk of the arrests occurred in Trafalgar Square, where protesters held placards showing their support for Palestine Action.