Protesters from a number of activist groups have flocked to Westminster today to protest the King’s appearance at the State Opening of Parliament.
Demonstrators from anti-monarchist group Republic, and anti-Israel, anti-climate change bloc Youth Action had planned to protest outside the Palace of Westminster – pushing police to make a number of arrests.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that ten members of Youth Demand had been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause public nuisance.
A Met statement said: “Last week, Youth Demand said they planned to disrupt the event.
“An hour ago, officers arrested 10 of them in Westminster on suspicion of conspiracy to cause public nuisance.
“A further 20 to 25 have now gathered in Victoria Embankment Gardens, and further arrests are being made.”
More to follow…