Britain First Birmingham protest LIVE as march moves off amid huge counter-demo
Police in Birmingham city centre were forced to separate far-right Britain First supporters from a large group of counter-protesters. The demonstration resulted in four arrests as tensions escalated between the two opposing factions.
Why it matters
Highlights ongoing social tensions and the challenges of policing public demonstrations involving extremist groups in the UK.
News Midlands News Birmingham City Centre Jane Haynes speaks from the anti racist demonstration LIVE Updated 8 hours ago Britain First Birmingham protest LIVE as four arrested at counter-demo Police forced to separate supporters from both sides as they try to clash after far right demonstration ends News Marcus Queenborough , Ben Perrin Senior reporter , Harry Leach Senior reporter , Jane Haynes Politics & People Editor and James Cartledge Updated 16:27, 20 Jun 2026 Police were this afternoon forced to separate far right Britain First supporters and counter-demonstrators as tensions threatened to spill over in Birmingham city centre.
The report provides a play-by-play account of the event, documenting actions from both sides and the police response without taking a stance.
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