Menu
19/01/2011
Students March As MPs Debate EMA
There is to be a march on Parliament today in a protest and student day of action over allowances.
It is timed to coincide with MPs debating the proposed abolition of the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) that funds 16-year-olds to study for a further two years - prior to work or entry to university.
Demonstrators are to assemble at 4pm this afternoon in Piccadilly to continue their opposition to the move with a day of action in December and determined demonstrations earlier.
In response, and following major violence at previous student actions last year over the raising of tuition fees, the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) officers will be taking the unusual step of handing out leaflets aimed at "informing demonstrators of what to expect from the police at the demonstration and march".
The MPS said the leaflet aims to dispel myths and rumours and explains what the policing operation will look like on the day as well as offering some "common sense advice on how to avoid getting caught up in any disorder or violence".
MPS is also informing protestors of how and where they can make a complaint and how they can go about giving information about disorder they have witnessed.
Chief Superintendent Peter Terry, from the MPS Public Order Branch, said: "Recently we have seen many young people turn up to protest in the capital and some of them have got caught up in the disorder and violence and are now facing court with possible life changing consequences.
"We want protestors to have a better understanding of what to expect, what the policing operation will look like on the day and what action we could take and why, so there will be no surprises.
"We hope that the leaflet will provide reassurance to protestors whilst also encouraging them to take responsibility for their own safety and actions," he said.
See: Arrests Made During Violent Student Protest
(BMcC/GK)
It is timed to coincide with MPs debating the proposed abolition of the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) that funds 16-year-olds to study for a further two years - prior to work or entry to university.
Demonstrators are to assemble at 4pm this afternoon in Piccadilly to continue their opposition to the move with a day of action in December and determined demonstrations earlier.
In response, and following major violence at previous student actions last year over the raising of tuition fees, the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) officers will be taking the unusual step of handing out leaflets aimed at "informing demonstrators of what to expect from the police at the demonstration and march".
The MPS said the leaflet aims to dispel myths and rumours and explains what the policing operation will look like on the day as well as offering some "common sense advice on how to avoid getting caught up in any disorder or violence".
MPS is also informing protestors of how and where they can make a complaint and how they can go about giving information about disorder they have witnessed.
Chief Superintendent Peter Terry, from the MPS Public Order Branch, said: "Recently we have seen many young people turn up to protest in the capital and some of them have got caught up in the disorder and violence and are now facing court with possible life changing consequences.
"We want protestors to have a better understanding of what to expect, what the policing operation will look like on the day and what action we could take and why, so there will be no surprises.
"We hope that the leaflet will provide reassurance to protestors whilst also encouraging them to take responsibility for their own safety and actions," he said.
See: Arrests Made During Violent Student Protest
(BMcC/GK)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
08 October 2015
Met Officers Sacked Over 'Racist' Text Messages
Two Metropolitan Police officers have been dismissed over 'racist and discriminatory' text messages discovered on their mobile phones. PC Stephen Newbury, 49, and PC George Cooper, 41, were sacked following a public misconduct hearing on 07 October.
Met Officers Sacked Over 'Racist' Text Messages
Two Metropolitan Police officers have been dismissed over 'racist and discriminatory' text messages discovered on their mobile phones. PC Stephen Newbury, 49, and PC George Cooper, 41, were sacked following a public misconduct hearing on 07 October.
12 January 2012
Met Police Choppers Join Twitter
London's residents can now find out what the MPS Helicopters are up to, thanks to the launch of the Air Support Unit's official Twitter account. @MPSinthesky got off the ground last Tuesday and captured 1,000 followers within hours of going live.
Met Police Choppers Join Twitter
London's residents can now find out what the MPS Helicopters are up to, thanks to the launch of the Air Support Unit's official Twitter account. @MPSinthesky got off the ground last Tuesday and captured 1,000 followers within hours of going live.
04 February 2011
MPs' Expenses Details Published Online
MP's expenses claims, totalling millions of pounds have now been published online. The report by the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) also features the requests that were turned down. Those MPs who had requests for reimbursement refused include Bob Russell, who had £346.
MPs' Expenses Details Published Online
MP's expenses claims, totalling millions of pounds have now been published online. The report by the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) also features the requests that were turned down. Those MPs who had requests for reimbursement refused include Bob Russell, who had £346.
31 March 2009
MPs' Expenses Investigation To Be Brought Forward
An investigation into MPs expenses is to be speeded up, it has been announced. Chairman of the Committee on Standards in Public Life, Sir Christopher Kelly, said the review would begin "by the end of the year".
MPs' Expenses Investigation To Be Brought Forward
An investigation into MPs expenses is to be speeded up, it has been announced. Chairman of the Committee on Standards in Public Life, Sir Christopher Kelly, said the review would begin "by the end of the year".
14 November 2003
MPs' 'Focus Day' highlights work of Victim Support
Visiting his local Victim Support today, Home Secretary David Blunkett welcomed the Focus Day to encourage MPs to learn more about the help available for victims of crime.
MPs' 'Focus Day' highlights work of Victim Support
Visiting his local Victim Support today, Home Secretary David Blunkett welcomed the Focus Day to encourage MPs to learn more about the help available for victims of crime.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
