Anti-immigration protests erupt across the country

Riots and protests spread across the UK like wildfire, as right wingers oppose and reject immigration. 

On Saturday 13th September, throughout London, more than 110,000 protesters came together to form “Unite the Kingdom” - with its key message to convey their anti-immigrant beliefs. However, this quickly turned into a malevolent act, with at least 26 police officers wounded, describing it to be “unacceptable violence”. 

This movement was organised by the far-right activist, Tommy Robinson, who had been released from prison earlier this year for false allegations against a Syrian refugee. 

Battling against this, around 5000 counter-protesters gathered to form “Stand up to Racism”. While they assembled to exhibit peace and equality, the right wingers reacted violently, causing serious injuries to 4 of the police officers. Between them, the offences included: broken teeth, possible broken nose, a concussion, a pro lapsed disc and a head injury. 

Moreover, in recent times, throughout the UK there have been an increase of Union Jack and St George’s flags - these were being displayed the morning of the rally, in anticipation of the protest. Robinson claims “Britain has finally awoken” as he leads rage-filled protesters across London. Whilst counter protesters believe the anti-migrant movement is “angry at the wrong people”. Ordinary people are experiencing the backlash of inaccurate beliefs, as Ella Mitchell tells Sky News she endured “threats of violence, rape threats, racial slurs”. Due to incorrect ideals spread across the country, the British public are suffering. 

Sources: 

Police hurt during Tommy Robinson's Unite the Kingdom rally in London - BBC News 

Clashes in London as 110,000 join far-right rally against immigration | Protests News | Al Jazeera 

Far-right anti-immigration protests in London lead to clashes with police | CNN 

 Lily Field