Violence Erupts at St George's Day Event in Central London

Clashes between police and protesters marked by arrests and disruptions near Whitehall.

Police and protesters clashed ahead of a planned St George's Day rally in Westminster, leading to multiple arrests.
Demonstrators, including far-right supporters, forcefully breached police cordons, resulting in the deployment of mounted officers.
Tommy Robinson and Laurence Fox were among the speakers at the event, which attracted groups linked to football clubs.
The Metropolitan Police imposed strict conditions on the event, including a designated area and specific timings to prevent further disorder.
Section 60 and 60AA orders were enforced, giving police enhanced powers to manage the crowd and ensure public safety.