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Met bans UKIP from protesting in Tower Hamlets

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The Metropolitan Police banned a UK Independence Party (UKIP) demonstration set for Saturday in Tower Hamlets due to concerns about potential serious disorder. The area has the highest percentage of Muslim residents in the UK, prompting significant local apprehension about the protest's implications. UKIP's event was originally promoted as a march from Whitechapel station, aimed at "reclaiming Whitechapel from the Islamists. " The party condemned the police's decision, arguing it infringes on their democratic rights to peaceful assembly. Authorities warned that any protest attempts in Tower Hamlets would lead to arrests.

UKIP is now exploring alternative locations for their demonstration in London. This situation highlights ongoing tensions surrounding political expression and community dynamics in the borough. The decision underscores the delicate balance between public order and the right to free speech.

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