Stand Up to Racism counter demonstration planned in Southampton

demo 7 8 24 by Dan OFarrellA counter demonstration by Southampton Stand Up to Racism is set to go ahead in response to a UKIP-advertised march in the city which references “mass-deportations”.

 

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A UKIP social media repost apparently by “Defender of Christianity & conservative values” interim party leader Nick Tenconi, says that this Saturday the party “will begin the liberation of Britain” in Southampton, from 1pm at The Bargate.

Southampton Stand Up to Racism describes the march as “racist anti-migrant” and says “now it’s up to us to stand up to them”.

August last year saw hundreds turn out for a counter protest against an anticipated anti-immigration protest in Southampton, although only a few protesters appeared. It was at a time when there were numerous demonstrations and counter-demonstrations across Britain, largely focused on immigration and asylum policies.

Leader of the council Cllr Lorna Fielker said that Nick Tenconi's actions “seek to sow division within our communities” and are “not welcome here in Southampton”.

“My duty as the Leader of Southampton City Council is to unite, not divide our communities, and I will be joining Southampton Stand Up to Racism at the Bargate on Saturday to demonstrate my commitment to this,” she said.

Photo of August 2024 protests: Dan O'Farrell

 

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