London, Over 100,000 demonstrators flooded central London on Friday in one of the largest anti-immigration rallies seen in recent years. Led by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, the protest drew support from multiple nationalist groups, demanding stricter border controls and an end to what organizers called “unchecked migration.”
Chants of “Britain First” and “Secure Our Borders” echoed through Trafalgar Square, while placards accused the government of failing to protect British identity. The march was met with fierce resistance from counter-protesters, including anti-racism coalitions and migrant rights groups, who staged parallel demonstrations under the banner “No Hate in Our Streets.”
Police deployed in large numbers to prevent clashes, with minor scuffles reported near Westminster. No major injuries were confirmed, but tensions remained high throughout the day.
The protest comes amid growing political pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s administration, which faces criticism from both the right and left over its immigration policies. Analysts say the turnout reflects a deepening divide in British society over national identity, economic strain and post Brexit migration dynamics.