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Thousands of supporters of far-right activist Tommy Robinson marched through central London on Saturday in one of Britain’s largest anti-immigration demonstrations in recent years, prompting a major security operation involving 4,000 police officers, drones and facial recognition technology.

The demonstration, branded the “Unite the Kingdom” rally, was organized by Robinson — whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon — and focused heavily on opposition to immigration, Islam and Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government. Protesters waved British and English flags, carried Christian symbols and chanted slogans criticizing migration policies and multiculturalism.

At the same time, tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched separately through London for Nakba Day events commemorating the displacement of Palestinians during the creation of Israel in 1948.

Police Deploy Massive Security Operation

The Metropolitan Police described the day as one of the largest security operations in recent years as authorities attempted to prevent clashes between rival protest groups while also policing the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium.

Police said at least 31 people were arrested during the demonstrations for offenses including public order violations, assault and encouraging violence. Two men traveling to the far-right rally were arrested near Euston station following a separate incident in Birmingham in which a man was reportedly run over by a van during a dispute involving flags.

Authorities also confirmed that 11 foreign far-right figures were barred from entering Britain ahead of the rally, including Polish nationalist politician Dominik Tarczyński, who later addressed Robinson’s supporters by video link.

Robinson Calls For “Battle Of Britain”

Speaking in Parliament Square, Robinson urged supporters to become politically active ahead of the next general election and described the coming years as a “battle of Britain.”

The crowd included supporters wearing “Make England Great Again” hats, Christian nationalist imagery and anti-Islam slogans. Journalists at the scene also reported the presence of white nationalist flyers and activists linked to extremist organizations.

The anti-racism organization Hope Not Hate warned that Robinson’s movement still posed a serious threat despite turnout appearing smaller than similar demonstrations held in 2025. Police estimated around 60,000 people attended the far-right march, down from roughly 150,000 at Robinson’s previous major rally last September.

Starmer Government Condemns Rally

Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government strongly criticized the demonstration, accusing organizers of promoting hatred and division. Foreign Secretary David Lammy said the march did not represent Britain and warned against rising extremism.

The protests unfolded during growing political tension in Britain over immigration, asylum policy and social cohesion following recent electoral gains by hard-right parties and anti-immigration movements.

Despite fears of large-scale violence, police said the demonstrations were “largely without significant incident” by Saturday evening, though authorities acknowledged continuing concerns about political radicalization and community tensions.