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No 10 Condemns Musk Over London Far‑Right Rally as Police Pursue Post‑Event Arrests

Downing Street says Elon Musk’s rally remarks threatened violence on UK streets.

Overview

  • The rally led by Tommy Robinson drew an estimated 110,000–150,000 people in central London, with roughly 5,000 counter‑protesters.
  • The Metropolitan Police confirmed 24 arrests for offences including violent disorder, assault and criminal damage, and said further arrests are expected as investigations continue.
  • Police reported 26 injured officers, including four seriously hurt, following clashes after crowds spilled beyond the designated area.
  • Keir Starmer called the event “plastic patriotism” that left communities feeling scared, senior ministers labeled Musk’s comments “totally inappropriate,” and Ed Davey urged parties to consider sanctions on him.
  • Organisers and allies are signalling further mobilisation with official merchandise and a UTK crypto coin claiming tens of thousands of dollars raised, while police cite national mobilisation plans for future events.