Camden Council has issued a statement ahead of Saturday’s ‘Unite the Kingdom’ march. Participants in the march will gather in the south of the borough before the march gets underway in Westminster.

A spokesperson for Camden Council said:

“We believe in bringing people together and our focus will always be on strengthening the sense of community and belonging that makes Camden such a special place. We are proud to be a Borough of Sanctuary – we welcome those fleeing conflict, disaster and persecution and we help them to rebuild their lives with Camden as their home.

“This march will have a direct impact on neighbourhoods and businesses located on the route, but it will also bring concern all across our Borough. In Camden we stand together against hate, division and hostility.

“We witnessed violent scenes and deeply concerning rhetoric during a similar march in September – this goes against everything our Borough stands for. Along with our partners, we will be there for our communities, to protect them and support them. We will always stand shoulder to shoulder with our residents against all forms of hate and division.”

To report a hate crime

  • If someone is in danger call the Police on 999. For non-emergencies call 101 or visit your local police station.
  • For information on how to report online through the Police and trusted partner organisations, visit: www.camden.gov.uk/hate-crime
  • Call the Council on 020 7974 4444.
  • Even if you don’t report a hate crime straight away, please do report it.

Things you can do to support others in your community 

  • Check in on each other: Even a small gesture like checking in on a neighbour can go a long way.
  • Report your concerns: If you witness hateful behaviour, please report it and ask the affected person or people if they are ok if it’s safe to do so.
  • Take care of yourself: If you experience hateful behaviour or a hate crime, please get support – see more information on this above.
  • Stay connected: Camden is home to supportive voluntary and community sector organisations, faith buildings, libraries and other places where you can go to relax, meet up with others and get involved in free or low-cost activities. Find out more at: www.camden.gov.uk/WarmWelcome

We work closely with the police throughout the year to monitor events and protests and Council staff will be on duty throughout the day. The following arrangements are in place:

  • Police presence throughout the Kings Cross and Euston Corridor, as well as the route of the demonstration and key sites along the route.
  • Police and Camden licensing officers have visited establishments within the Kings Cross and Euston corridor to ensure steps are taking to keep people safe, including serving drinks in plastic cups and adhering to licensing legislation. Some establishments have decided to close.
  • Camden’s environmental services will be cleaning streets along the route after the protest

 

‘;