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Thousands are expected to take part in a march in London on 11 November, the same day some Remembrance events are planned in the capital.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has previously called the timing of planned protests “disrespectful”.
Organisers had said they would avoid the area where the Cenotaph is located. However, the Met warned of a “growing” risk of violence and disorder fuelled by breakaway groups linked to the protests.
“By calling it a hate march, she creates the idea in the minds of people that it’s something that needs to be resisted.”
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Earlier today, Just Stop Oil hit out at “lies” accusing the group of targeting the Cenotaph after around 100 protesters were arrested when traffic was brought to a halt near Downing Street.
Tory party deputy chairman Lee Anderson and London Mayor Sadiq Khan accused the group of targeting the war memorial on Monday.
Speaking ahead of Sunday’s Armistice Day, Deputy Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan said: “This is of concern ahead of a significant and busy weekend in the capital.
“Our message to organisers is clear: Please, we ask you to urgently reconsider. It is not appropriate to hold any protests in London this weekend.”
A statement from the force said it had spoken with organisers on Monday from several groups, and that they had “declined to postpone” any demonstrations.
The route of the pro-Palestinian march on Saturday runs from Hyde Park to the US Embassy in south London. It does not pass through Whitehall.
No large demonstration is planned for Remembrance Sunday.
Organisers have pointed out that the Saturday march is due to begin almost two hours after the national two-minute silence of…
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