Jeremy Corbyn and John McDonnell Questioned by Police Over Pro-Palestine Rally

The former Labour leader and shadow chancellor face interviews under caution as police investigate alleged breaches of protest conditions in London.

Jeremy Corbyn and John McDonnell voluntarily attended police interviews after participating in a pro-Palestine rally in London on Saturday.
The Metropolitan Police reported 77 arrests during the rally, including Corbyn's brother, Piers Corbyn, marking the highest number across over 20 similar protests since 2023.
Protesters allegedly breached conditions set by police, including breaking through a police line, leading to 10 individuals being charged with public order offences.
The rally, organized by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, was adjusted to a static protest after police blocked plans for a march near the BBC and a synagogue, citing safety concerns.
Critics, including the Muslim Association of Britain, condemned the police response as an attack on democratic freedoms, while others described the events as a severe escalation of public disorder.