Mass arrests at Palestine Action protest

The demonstration followed a High Court ruling that the ban on Palestine Action was unlawful, yet police continued to make arrests for showing support for a proscribed organisation.

Those detained range in age from 27 to 87, with several elderly protesters being carried away by officers.

Organisers claimed the turnout demonstrated that resistance to the ban is 'stronger than ever'.

The Metropolitan Police stated that the arrests were necessary to maintain public order and enforce current legislation regarding illegal groups.