Met Police Prepare for Major Far-Right and Pro-Palestine Protests in London During FA Cup Final
The Metropolitan Police are mobilizing one of their largest recent operations to manage over 100,000 protesters in London on the same day as the FA Cup final. The primary event is the far-right Unite the Kingdom march, organized by Tommy Robinson, which follows a massive demonstration in September 2025. Police will deploy 4,000 officers, supported by armored vehicles and drones, and grant extra powers in central London to separate this group from a smaller pro-Palestine counter-protest expected to draw 15,000 to 40,000 participants. The situation is complicated by potential overlap with football hooligans attending the Manchester City versus Chelsea match. Authorities aim to prosecute organizers and speakers for conspiracy or inciting hatred, with increased scrutiny on antisemitic slogans. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has characterized the rise of the far-right as a critical national issue. The march features international speakers, including US conspiracy theorist Glenn Beck, and occurs amidst heightened political tensions following recent local election results favoring Reform UK.
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