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UK GDP Flatlines As Thousands Protest Starmer's Immigration Policies

Tommy Robinson organized the 'Unite the Kingdom' anti-immigration rally in central London on September 13, attracting about 110,000 participants.
The protest arose amid concerns over rising immigration, including cases of grooming gangs and government underplaying such offenses to avoid racism accusations.
Violent clashes erupted as some protesters confronted police with physical and verbal abuse, leading to 26 officers injured, four seriously, and bottles thrown by demonstrators.
Police made 25 arrests for disorder and violence and began investigations to identify further offenders, with Assistant Commissioner Twist highlighting the serious injuries to officers.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned assaults on police, affirmed the right to peaceful protest, and emphasized Britain’s values of tolerance and diversity amid heightened societal divides.

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