Al Quds Protest in London: Smart Restrictions Keep Peace

0:00On March 15, police wrapped up operations at today's Outquads Day protest and counter protest in London without any major disruptions. Officers successfully kept the two opposing groups apart, and both sides dispersed right on schedule around 3 p.m. with no one trying to break the, no march rules. Fewer people showed up than expected, largely because of the strict conditions and the ban on marching. Officials noted that sticking to static protests made it much simpler to prevent clashes and maintain public order. There were 12 arrests in total, including for supporting a band group, fighting in public, and threatening behavior. Police are also digging into some chance from a speaker at the Outquads gathering. This approach doesn't set any new precedence, as each event will be judged on its own merits moving forward. Commanders thanked officers from across the country for their strong work in keeping protesters and locals safe. In the end, the days they come, proving that smart restrictions can head off trouble before it starts.