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Protesters clash with police in central London

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Some anti-racism demonstrations have also taken place around the country, including in central London. There were a number of clashes with police in riot gear as crowds chanting "England" and raising their arms surged towards lines of officers. Some protesters managed to break metal barriers around the Cenotaph on Whitehall, while hurling flag poles, a smoke flare and a traffic cone towards police who were striking them back with batons. Police attempted to stop them getting to Hyde Park where an anti-racist demonstration, which had largely been peaceful, was taking place. Organizers from the Black Lives Matter movement had urged people not to join any anti-racism rallies planned for the weekend, over fears there could be clashes with far-right groups. One demonstration planned for Saturday in London was brought forward by a day//bbc

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