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London’s pro-Palestine march live: organisers say 800,000 taking part as dozens arrested amid far-right violence

Police say a ‘large group of counterprotesters’ arrested in Tachbrook Street, Pimlico

Scores of people have gathered in Hyde Park for a “stewards’ meeting” before the march, the PA Media agency reports.

They are all wearing hi-vis jackets, while many have also donned keffiyehs, Palestinian scarves.

Armistice Day is a moment of solemn national reflection in remembrance of those who have given their lives in service of our country. It’s important that people can use our rail network to safely travel, free from intimidation.

That’s why I have granted consent for the British Transport Police to make orders under section 14A of the Public Order Act 1986 prohibiting planned protests at various London stations today, meaning anyone taking part will be subject to arrest.

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