A demonstration led by controversial activist Tommy Robinson has been opposed by counter-protesters marching against the 'far-right extremists' in London today.
The English Defence League (EDL) founder, who provoked prominent Ukip figures to desert the party after he was made an adviser, rallied with supporters in the capital.
The so-called Brexit betrayal march organised by Ukip will was opposed by Labour-backed campaigners and anti-fascist groups, with police imposing restrictions amid fears of violence.
Tommy Robinson (centre, holding mobile phone) arrives to take part in a 'Brexit Betrayal' march and rally organised by Ukip in central London
Shadow chancellor John McDonnell urged Labour supporters to march against the 'poison' of Mr Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon.
'This march isn't about Brexit, it's about far-right extremists dressing up in suits and pretending to be respectable,' Mr McDonnell said.
'A newly energised, well-funded network of hate is emerging, from (former Donald Trump strategist) Steve Bannon in the US to the former EDL leader Tommy Robinson at home, and it threatens the very fabric of our nation.'
Tommy Robinson (front centre) gets caught in the large crowds gathered at the 'Brexit Betrayal' march organised by UKIP
Among those marching against the activist (centre) were grass roots group Momentum and Unite Against Fascism
Among those marching against the activist were grass roots group Momentum and Unite Against Fascism.
Police have heightened concerns after 'serious violence' broke out at a Robinson rally in London in June, with five officers injured when bottles and barriers were hurled at them.
Scotland Yard said it also imposed the conditions based on the 'current intelligence picture'.
Founder and former leader of the anti-Islam English Defence League, Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, AKA Tommy Robinson attends a pro-Brexit demonstration with a gash on his head, supported by swathes of pro-Brexit campaigners
'This march isn't about Brexit, it's about far-right extremists dressing up in suits and pretending to be respectable,' Shadow chancellor John McDonnell said. A sign reading 'Brexit means exit' echoes the opinions of Robinson-backed demonstrators
People holding placards opposing Tommy Robinson take part in a separate protest ahead of a UKIP-backed Brexit betrayal rally. Their signs carry messages such as 'No to Islamophobia', something they think UKIP and Robinson facilitate
Gathering outside the Dorchester Hotel, Mr Robinson's supporters marched along a specified route from Park Lane to Parliament Street.
There, police barriers separated them from counter-demonstrators who marched from outside the BBC building in Portland Place to Whitehall.
Nick Lowles, chief executive of anti-racism campaigners Hope Not Hate, was among those critical of Mr Robinson's rally.
'This is a cynical attempt by some of the most extreme voices in Britain, united in hatred for Muslims and other minorities, to exploit Brexit tensions and sow discord and hatred, much as Gerard Batten has done with Ukip and its Islamophobic charge to the right since he took over,' he said.
The counter protest takes place three days before parliament is due to make the crucial vote on Theresa May's Brexit deal with the European Union
Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, AKA Tommy Robinson (3rd L) smiles as he attends a pro-Brexit demonstration promoted by UKIP (United Kingdom Independence Party) in central London
The news comes after former UKIP leader, Nigel Farage, urged the party to cut ties with Robinson.
The Brexit champion led a walk-out of major figures from Ukip in protest at its ‘new BNP’ stance, after dramatically warning the party’s embattled leader Gerard Batten that Ukip must ditch its relationship with anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson.
Mr Farage took with him a slew of senior Ukip figures, including ex-boss Paul Nuttall and Scottish leader David Coburn, both fellow Members of the European Parliament with Farage.
Now Farage and his colleagues are plotting to set up a new party to defend Brexit at a possible second referendum or if a General Election is sparked by the deadlock in Westminster.
People holding placards opposing Tommy Robinson take part in a separate, anti-fascist action, protest
'Oppose Tommy Robinson - don't let the racists divide us' adorn the placards waved by anti Tommy Robinson demonstrators
The Metropolitan Police had appealed for both sides to protest peacefully, after some Robinson supporters praised rioting
Some of the pro-Brexit contingent took aim at the BBC for 'Fake news' - a term popularised by right wing US President Trump
Demonstrators hold flags and placards while linking arms during an Anti-Tommy Robinson rally in central London
One sign among the pro-Brexit marchers reads: 'Treason May has signed over entire British defence system'
Anti racism groups accused Tommy Robinson and UKIP of fascism and branded them 'Nazis' with some of their signage
A woman holds up a sign throwing her weight behind the pro leave camp. 'Make Brexit happen, join UKIP' the sign reads
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